Winter War: And Other Poems
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Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
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A collection of mid-twentieth century verse, Winter War: And Other Poems by Phyllis Hartnoll presents a body of lyrical poetry shaped by the shadow of wartime Britain, drawing on themes of conflict, loss, resilience, and the quiet endurance of everyday life. Hartnoll, best known as a distinguished theatre historian, reveals in these poems a deeply personal and contemplative voice, one that balances the weight of historical upheaval against intimate human experience. The verse moves with measured restraint and classical sensibility, illustrating the emotional landscape of a world caught between destruction and renewal. Each poem chronicles a moment or mood with precision and economy, reflecting the influence of the Georgian and early modernist traditions that shaped British poetry of the era. The collection stands as a testament to Hartnoll's versatility as a writer, offering readers a thoughtful and quietly powerful engagement with the human cost of war.
Author: Phyllis Hartnoll
Format: Hardback
Published: 1968, Epworth Press
Genre: Poetry
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Jacket protected by mylar sleeve.
A collection of mid-twentieth century verse, Winter War: And Other Poems by Phyllis Hartnoll presents a body of lyrical poetry shaped by the shadow of wartime Britain, drawing on themes of conflict, loss, resilience, and the quiet endurance of everyday life. Hartnoll, best known as a distinguished theatre historian, reveals in these poems a deeply personal and contemplative voice, one that balances the weight of historical upheaval against intimate human experience. The verse moves with measured restraint and classical sensibility, illustrating the emotional landscape of a world caught between destruction and renewal. Each poem chronicles a moment or mood with precision and economy, reflecting the influence of the Georgian and early modernist traditions that shaped British poetry of the era. The collection stands as a testament to Hartnoll's versatility as a writer, offering readers a thoughtful and quietly powerful engagement with the human cost of war.