Book description
Where do we find the words to greet a new arrival? In this celebratory
book, poet Kate Clanchy has made an inspired choice of poems that speak
powerfully of the wonder, joy, bewilderment and mystery that new life
brings, from conception through to the first years of parenthood. The
Picador Book of Birth Poems is an essential source of inspiration for
anyone looking to welcome the new child to the world, and the perfect
gift for every new parent - as well as a wonderfully moving literary
journey in its own right.
Kate Clanchy was born and grew up in Scotland but now lives in
England. She is a popular poet: her collections, Slattern,
Samarkand and Newborn have brought her many literary
awards and an unusually wide audience. She has also written
extensively for Radio 4 and reviews and writes comment for the
Guardian.
