All the Poems of Muriel Spark

Muriel Spark showcases her versatility in this collection of seventy-three poems, employing various forms such as villanelles, rondels, and a remarkable twenty-one-page ballad. Renowned for her wit and vitality, Spark's poetry reveals her mastery of both short and longer works, reflecting the same power and control noted by critics. Before her rise as a celebrated novelist, she was already recognized for her poetic talent, which continues to shine in her contributions to publications like The New Yorker.