Selected Poems
Selected Poems by Sophie Hannah, published by Penguin in 2006, presents a collection of the poet’s most cherished works. This edition compiles verses from her notable collections, including *The Hero and the Girl Next Door*, *Hotels Like Houses*, *Leaving and Leaving You*, and *First of the Last Chances*. With 165 pages, this book showcases Hannah’s inventive style and thematic complexity, reflecting her significant contributions to contemporary poetry.
Readers will find a diverse range of poetic expressions that delve into various themes, highlighting Hannah’s unique voice within the literary landscape. The collection is characterized by its exploration of European poetry, particularly focusing on English, Irish, Scottish, and Welsh influences. This volume serves as an accessible entry point for those interested in literary criticism and poetry, offering insights into the evolution of Hannah’s work and her impact on the genre.
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Sophie Hannah’s first book was greeted with amazement. The Poetry Review declared, ‘Shall I put it in capitals? SOPHIE HANNAH IS A GENIUS.’ Each subsequent collection has been formally more inventive, thematically more complex, yet each has met with a similar welcome, and she has become that rare thing, an acclaimed and bestselling poet. Published for the first time in Penguin, this volume includes all of Hannah’s best loved verses from The Hero and the Girl Next Door, Hotels Like Houses, Leaving and Leaving Youand First of the Last Chances.
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