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The Return of the CranesJohn Heath-Stubbs
A Londoner by birth and residence, John Heath-Stubbs spent his formative years in rural Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. At an early age he learnt to identify birds by their song - hence the title poem - this led to a life-long interest in natural history and science in general not excluding science fiction. A technically brilliant poet, his work can also be playfully irreverent whether about Nelson's statue or the Millenium Dome or nostalgic for the post-war atmosphere of forgotten Soho pubs.
Praise for John Heath-Stubbs
'It's a reflection of Heath-Stubbs's creative generousity that he writes warmly about apparently trivial things, sometimes in a way that explores or hints at the momentous implications behind them'
Edmund Prestwich, The North 'His range of subject matter is panoramic, and his control of emotion and intention the best of his generation.' Poetry Review 'In his poetry, the literature of the past is an important inspiration, as are the images that inhabit it.' Trevor Tolley 'His poetry is formidable, amiable, hugely intelligent and sacramental.' Times Literary Supplement. |
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