In this enchantingly illustrated Christmas poem, Carol Ann Duffy invites readers to open the windows on Advent Street. In each one is a gift. You may find yourself back-straight watching a ballerina, poised to begin, or catch your lips moving in time with a festive song that drifts out into the night. Whatever the surprise, when the curtains draw back and the lights sharpen, Duffy's beguiling words, paired with captivating illustrations from Yelena Bryksenkova, call you inside to feel the warmth.
Carol Ann Duffy DBE
Carol Ann Duffy DBE is a renowned Scottish poet and playwright, known for her evocative and lyrical writing style. She served as the Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 2009 to 2019, becoming the first woman, first Scot, and first openly LGBT person to hold the position. Duffy's works often explore themes of love, gender, and identity, and she is praised for her ability to capture complex emotions in simple, accessible language.
Some of Duffy's most notable works include "The World's Wife," a collection of poems that give voice to the female partners of famous historical and mythological figures, and "Rapture," a collection of love poems that won the T.S. Eliot Prize in 2005. Duffy's impact on contemporary poetry is significant, as she has inspired a new generation of poets to explore personal and political themes in their work.
One of Duffy's most famous works is "The Bees," a collection that was awarded the Costa Book Award in 2011. In this collection, Duffy reflects on the beauty of nature and the fragility of the human experience, showcasing her talent for blending the personal and the universal in her poetry. Duffy's contributions to literature have earned her numerous awards and accolades, cementing her reputation as one of the most important voices in contemporary poetry.
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