The Aspirate, Or, the Use of the Letter 'h' in English, Latin, Greek and Gaelic
- 164 pages
- 6 hours of reading







At his death in 2016, Geoffrey Hill left behind The Book of Baruch by the Gnostic Justin, a sequence of more than 270 poems, to be published posthumously as his final statement. It is a great work, and in Hill's oeuvre it is a uniquely welcoming work, open to all comers.
Kangaroos, dingoes and killer wombats are just some of the challenges Geoff and Colin and their trusty Triumph motorcyles face on this crazy 15,000-mile biker road trip around Australia.
A young apprentice faces chaos as he becomes the last hope against evil forces that have decimated his friends and mentors. With his homeland in peril, he embarks on a quest to uncover the truth and restore peace. The story explores themes of resilience and the struggle between good and evil, highlighting the weight of responsibility on his young shoulders as he navigates a dark and dangerous world.
Dealing with the densities of the poets expression, and the forces in his syntax and rhythms, this poetry aims to achieve a strength, memorability and precision beyond the abilities of any other poet writing in English.
Spanning four decades, this collection showcases the evolution of Geoffrey Hill's poetry, highlighting his distinctive voice and thematic depth. Readers can explore a range of styles and subjects, reflecting Hill's engagement with history, language, and the human experience. The volume serves as a testament to his literary journey, offering both longtime fans and new readers a comprehensive glimpse into his influential body of work.
This collection features poems spanning four decades of Geoffrey Hill's literary career, showcasing his evolution and mastery in poetry.
The poetry collection presents a powerful commentary on the sufferings of the innocent throughout history and honors those who confront historical injustices. It is characterized by its moral urgency and vivid imagery, described as "rich" and "quarrelsome." Critics praise it as a significant contribution to late-twentieth-century poetry, suggesting it will stand out as a serious work marking the millennium.