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Summary
In this impressive debut, Nick Laird explores the sharp edge of relationships, from the intimacy of lovers to the brutality of political violence. Journeying between his native Ulster and his adopted London, he balances ideas of home and flight, the need for belonging and the need to remain outside. Formally deft, rhetorically fresh, these poems never shy from difficult choices, exploring cruelty and vengeance wherever they may be found: in love, in work and against political backdrops. But these are brave, resolute writings that resist despair at all times, affirming instead the need to rebuild and to right oneself, to dust down and carry on.
More books by Nick Laird
Our Poem of the Week is ‘Poetry’ by Nick Laird, from his 2005 debut collection.
Our Poem of the Week is ‘Vespers at Pacifico’s’ by Nick Laird, featured in his powerful 2024 collection, Up Late.