Two-Way Mirror
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
How Britain's most famous female poet invented herself and defied her times.
Fiona Sampson Books
Fiona Sampson is an English poet and writer whose work delves into the intricate connections between language, music, and the human psyche. Her poetry, recognized for its formal precision and deep introspection, frequently explores themes of identity, memory, and collective consciousness. Sampson bridges her profound interest in the philosophy of language with a background in music, evident in the rhythmic structure and sonic quality of her verse. Her influence extends beyond literary circles, advocating for creative writing in healthcare and fostering international literary dialogue.
The exploration of four distinct landscapes across Europe and beyond reveals a deep connection through their limestone geology. Fiona Sampson intertwines personal experiences with a lyrical narrative, offering a perceptive investigation that highlights the unique qualities of each locale while reflecting on the broader themes of nature and human experience.
Come Down
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Come Down is a bravura new collection from eminent UK poet, Fiona Sampson. Her publications include twenty-nine volumes of poetry, criticism and philosophy of language. Sampson has been shortlisted twice for both the T.S. Eliot Prize and the Forward Prizes.
We think we know the Romantic countryside; it has become the stuff of cliche. Here, renowned biographer and poet Fiona Sampson explores how Romanticism shaped the British countryside and our attitudes to it,via series of ten walks through the British landscape, punctuated by the author's vivid and personal reflections.
