A Democracy of Poisons

Exploring the interplay between personal and cultural history, this collection of prose poems reflects on the years of Austerity leading to Brexit. Tim Allen, a former primary school teacher and a key figure in the North-West poetry scene, weaves narratives that juxtapose modern issues with autobiographical conflicts. The poems are infused with a sharp, self-directed humor, while motifs of age and change subtly resonate throughout. This work marks his third publication with Shearsman and showcases his evolving voice in contemporary poetry.