It’s the Sugar, Sugar

It’s the Sugar, Sugar by Sandra Renew is a poetry collection published by Recent Work Press in February 2021. This edition spans 66 pages and is presented in English. The book explores a range of themes, moving through time from the 1950s to the present day, and touches on various topics including memoir, gender politics, and environmental issues such as bushfires and floods.

Readers will find a diverse array of poems that delve into personal and societal concerns, featuring elements like jeeps, trucks, and Singer sewing machines. The collection addresses emotions such as outrage and revenge, while also reflecting on themes of revolution and love. This work continues the exploration initiated in Renew’s previous collection, Acting Like a Girl, and offers insights into the complexities of life and identity within the Australian and Oceanian context.