Nefertiti in the Flak Tower

The collection showcases Clive James's mastery through a breathtaking range of themes, including elegies, meditations on Yeats, and odes to unique subjects such as orchids and wartime typewriters. His technical virtuosity and extensive knowledge create an inviting atmosphere for readers, allowing them to engage deeply with the poetry. Notable pieces explore the fate of Queen Nefertiti in Nazi Germany and even draw parallels to a Hollywood Iliad, demonstrating the collection's rich and diverse emotional landscape.