Benny Andersen

Benny Andersen, Denmark's acclaimed poet, showcases a remarkable range of voices from reflective to whimsical, characterized by original imagery and delightful humor. This collection introduces him to English readers through selected and translated poems from his eight Danish books. Alexander Taylor's translations aim to preserve the spontaneity and excitement of Andersen's work, presenting both the original Danish texts and their English counterparts for a rich reading experience.