Discover 'A Place To Go On From: Collected Poems of Iain Lonie', a comprehensive collection that showcases the poignant and elegant poetry of New Zealand's esteemed poet Iain Lonie (1932–1988). Edited by David Howard, this hardback edition is published by Otago University Press and spans 392 pages of inspiring verses that delve into themes of mortality, love, and longing. Lonie, who was also a noted medical historian and Cambridge scholar, left behind a rich yet underappreciated body of work after his untimely passing. This collection features not only his previous publications but also over a hundred unpublished poems, alongside insightful essays and commentary that illuminate his literary legacy. Lonie's unique voice resonates through his clever observations on desire and grief, making this collection an essential resource for poetry lovers and young poets alike. 'A Place To Go On From' stands as a testament to Iain Lonie's influential work, encouraging readers to explore the depth of human emotion through his skilled craftsmanship. With its dimensions of 140 x 210 mm, this brand new volume makes a valuable addition to any poetry collection. Order now to experience the elegant reflections of one of New Zealand's greatest poets, embraced by both literary enthusiasts and casual readers. Plus, enjoy combined shipping for your convenience. As a New Zealand owned business located in Auckland, we ensure fast delivery with no unexpected import charges or custom duties for our local customers, guaranteeing a seamless purchasing experience.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 140 x 210 mm
Pages: 392
Bind: hardback
Author: David Howard Ed. Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 20-05-2015

Dunedin poet Iain Lonie (1932–1988), a Cambridge scholar who enjoyed an international reputation as a medical historian, died before his poetry was fully appreciated. He published five slim volumes but his style was not the one that dominated New Zealand poetry at the time. And yet, argues Damian Love in an essay in this volume, ‘To read him now is, for most of us, practically to discover a new resource.’ This collection, assembled from sources public and private, is the result of poet David Howard’s determination to rescue a memorable body of work from oblivion. As well as the poems from Lonie’s published volumes, it includes over a hundred unpublished works, two essays and an extensive commentary. While his keen interest in mortality was focused by the premature death of his wife Judith (aged 46), Lonie’s poetry is also an attempt to recover the loved in us all. As he eavesdrops on desire and grief he reports back, often wittily, leaving the most poised body of elegiac poetry New Zealand has. For younger poets, Iain Lonie’s poetry has become ‘a place to go on from’

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