Let the Light Pour In

Name: Let the Light Pour In
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781805301134
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By Lemn Sissay

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Let the Light Pour In by Lemn Sissay is a poignant collection that features a blend of poetry and prose. It delves into themes of identity, belonging, and personal resilience, offering a raw and compelling exploration of the human experience. The book encapsulates the power of words to heal and enlighten, providing a deeply resonant journey through Sissay's reflections and insights.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate heartfelt poetry that captures the essence of hope, resilience, and the beauty found in everyday moments. With an insightful and moving perspective, it offers an inspirational journey through life's challenges and triumphs, resonating deeply with those who find solace in the arts and culture.

Let the Light Pour In

An uplifting poetry collection from the number one bestselling author of My Name Is Why, Lemn Sissay OBE

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For the past decade, Lemn Sissay has composed a short poem as dawn breaks each morning. Life-affirming, witty, and full of wonder, these poems chronicle his own battle with the dark and are fuelled by resilience and defiant joy. Let the Light Pour In is a collection of the best of these poems, and a book celebrating this morning practice.

'How do you do it?' said night
'How do you wake up and shine?'
'I keep it simple,' said light
'One day at a time.'

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The work by Lemn Sissay is celebrated for its powerful and original voice, with reviews highlighting the author as a passionate poet whose words resonate deeply. Renowned writers and publications describe the author's impact as outstanding, magical, and influential within the arts and culture scene.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781805301134

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 120.0mm

Height: 184.0mm

Weight: 212g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

Lemn Sissay is a BAFTA-nominated, award-winning writer and broadcaster. He has authored collections of poetry and plays and his memoir My Name Is Why was a number one Sunday Times bestseller. His Landmark poems are visible in London, Manchester, Huddersfield and Addis Ababa. He has been made an Honorary Doctor by the universities of Manchester, Kent, Essex, Huddersfield and Brunel, and in 2019 he was awarded the PEN Pinter Prize. He received an MBE in 2010 and an OBE in 2021 for services to literature and charity. In 2023, Sissay was awarded the Freedom of the City of London. He is British and Ethiopian. @lemnsissay | lemnsissay.com

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