Lost Iris Murdoch Poems Discovered in New Collection
A remarkable collection of previously unpublished poems by Iris Murdoch offers fresh insight into the Nobel Prize-winning novelist's creative evolution and private world.
A remarkable collection of previously unpublished poems by Iris Murdoch offers fresh insight into the Nobel Prize-winning novelist's creative evolution and private world.
Discover the poignant story behind Samuel Johnson's heartfelt elegy for his humble friend Dr Robert Levet, an 18th-century poem celebrating ordinary heroism that resonates today.
Discover how Frieda Hughes, daughter of poets Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes, has forged her own remarkable path as a celebrated painter and poet in her compelling new London exhibition.
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Tributes pour in for Brian Patten, the celebrated Liverpool poet and final member of the legendary Mersey Sound trio, who has died aged 79, leaving behind a profound literary legacy.
Richard Holmes's 'The Boundless Deep' uncovers Alfred Tennyson's rebellious student days at Cambridge, revealing the passionate poet behind the Victorian icon.
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Friends and fellow poets share heartfelt memories of Brian Patten, the celebrated Liverpool poet whose work captured hearts across generations and defined an era of British poetry.
Discover the inspiring story of how poet Tony Harrison's powerful words transformed one woman's life, giving her the confidence to embrace her working-class roots and find her literary voice.
The legendary filmmaker's first work of fiction divides critics while new translations of Olga Tokarczuk and Souvankham Thammavongsa's poignant short stories captivate readers.
The literary world witnesses an intense battle as Freida McFadden's latest psychological thriller challenges established giants Patricia Cornwell and Jack Carr for bestselling dominance.
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Daughter of Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes shares powerful Christmas reflection on loss, solitude and finding light in darkness through exclusive seasonal poetry.
Taylor Swift's cryptic performance poem 'Life of a Showgirl' reveals profound insights about her relationship with fame and fans during The Eras Tour finale in Liverpool.
Tributes pour in for Brian Patten, the celebrated Liverpool poet and co-founder of the 1960s literary movement whose work captured hearts across generations.
Australian viewers face an embarrassment of streaming riches this October with major releases from Netflix, Amazon Prime, Stan and HBO, including a gripping new drama series and Martin Scorsese's latest cinematic masterpiece.
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Hollywood knights Sir Anthony Hopkins and Sir Kenneth Branagh collaborate on an emotional audiobook project, blending Hopkins' poetry with Branagh's narration in a unique creative partnership.
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The literary world mourns Brian Patten, celebrated Liverpool poet and co-founder of the 1960s poetry movement, who passed away peacefully at 79, leaving behind a profound legacy in British literature.