{"title":"Laurie Duggan","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Laurie Duggan, an acclaimed Australian poet and writer whose insightful observations and unique voice have captured the attention of readers worldwide. Known for his ability to blend cultural reflections with personal insights, Duggan's contributions to the literary world are both profound and influential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eHomer Street\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling piece that showcases Duggan's exceptional talent for weaving everyday experiences with broader cultural themes. His books often delve into the realms of arts and culture, offering a rich tapestry of perspectives that engage the reader’s mind and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuggan’s writings invite readers into a world where art, culture, and the mundane intersect, creating an immersive experience that is both educational and thought-provoking. Whether you're a seasoned poetry enthusiast or new to exploring the literary arts, Laurie Duggan’s collection promises to offer something for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our range of Laurie Duggan’s works today and discover why he remains a significant voice in contemporary literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"homer-street-by-laurie-duggan-9781925818468","title":"Homer Street","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelebrated poet Laurie Duggan's first collection with Giramondo.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHomer Street\u003c\/em\u003e begins with poems written during Duggan's last year in Britain, in Faversham, a market town in east Kent, with others penned during a visit to Australia in 2016 and after his return in October 2018. They contribute to two on-going sequences, \u003cem\u003eAllotments\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eBlue Hills\u003c\/em\u003e, which alludes to the long-running domestic radio serial of the same name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese are composed of the brief haiku-like poems that Duggan has made his own: impressions, mysterious conjunctions, oddities and contradictions, the small details that express large forces, as seen in his observations of the landscape, the weather, domestic and suburban settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the final section, \u003cem\u003eAfterimages\u003c\/em\u003e, Duggan offers descriptions of paintings and comments on artists, sometimes imagining what a particular artist might have done. However, the real point is to create poems that stand like art works in their own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362622357740,"sku":"9781925818468","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18510013482873.jpg?v=1772897839"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/laurie-duggan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}