Please Do Not Touch This Exhibit

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By Jen Campbell

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Please Do Not Touch This Exhibit by Jen Campbell invites readers into a collection of poetic stories that illuminate the curious intersections of art, humanity, and society. Each tale delves into the lives and emotions of characters interacting with art in unexpected ways, exploring themes of connection and personal discovery. The book seamlessly blends rich imagery and thought-provoking narratives to challenge perceptions and inspire reflection.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate quirky stories and imaginative narratives that explore the intersection of art and life. It blends historical art insights with whimsical, creative storytelling, making it a compelling read for arts and culture enthusiasts who enjoy a touch of humour and mystery.

Please Do Not Touch This Exhibit explores disability, storytelling, and the process of mythologising trauma. Jen Campbell writes of Victorian circus and folklore, deep seas and dark forests, discussing her own relationship with hospitals — both as a disabled person, and as an adult reflecting on childhood while going through IVF.

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Please Do Not Touch This Exhibit explores disability, storytelling, and the process of mythologising trauma. Jen Campbell writes of Victorian circus and folklore, deep seas and dark forests, discussing her own relationship with hospitals—both as a disabled person, and as an adult reflecting on childhood while going through IVF.

Please Do Not Touch This Exhibit is Jen Campbell's second collection. Her first book-length collection, The Girl Aquarium (Bloodaxe Books, 2019), was shortlisted for the poetry category of the Books Are My Bag Readers Awards 2019 and was a semifinalist for the Goodreads Choice Awards 2019 (Best Poetry category).

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Please Do Not Touch This Exhibit by Jen Campbell is celebrated for its captivating exploration of mythology, transformation, and the boundaries of language through poetry. Reviewers highlight its ability to weave fantastical imagery and mythological themes, capturing the emotional complexities of disability and chronic illness. The poems are described as hauntingly beautiful and audacious, offering a unique perspective on body experience, showmanship, and the spectacle.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780376615

Publisher: Bloodaxe Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloodaxe Books Ltd

Edition: Paperback original

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 64

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Arts & Culture Jen Campbell Non-Fiction Poetry

About the Author

Jen Campbellis a bestselling author and award-winning poet who lives in London. Her most recent books include a short story collection, The Beginning of the World in the Middle of the Night, a series of children's picture books about a book-loving dragon called Franklin, and The Sister Who Ate Her Brothers (Thames & Hudson, 2021), a collection of gruesome tales illustrated by Adam de Souza. She talks about books, fairy tales and disfigurement on her extremely popular YouTube channel. Her first book-length collection, The Girl Aquarium, was published by Bloodaxe Books in 2019. It was shortlisted for the poetry category of the Books Are My Bag Readers Awards 2019 and was a semifinalist for the Goodreads Choice Awards 2019 (Best Poetry category). She won the Spelt Poetry Competition 2022 for her poem 'The Hospital is Not My House' from her second collection, Please Do Not Touch This Exhibit (Bloodaxe Books, 2023).