Discover the extraordinary poetic journey of Lorna Staveley Anker with this captivating collection, showcasing her unique perspective as New Zealand's first woman war poet. With dimensions of 148 x 210 mm, this paperback edition features 96 pages filled with deeply reflective poetry that evokes powerful historical memories. Anker’s poems, shaped by her childhood experiences and the tragic impacts of both World Wars, resonate with themes of loss, resilience, and the untold stories of the 'unsung generation.' Edited with care by notable Canterbury poet Bernadette Hall, this collection not only includes Anker's best-published pieces but also unveils a treasure trove of previously unseen works. Immerse yourself in this poignant tribute to our nation’s invisible history, and witness the extraordinary tales woven into seemingly ordinary lives. This brand-new edition is perfect for poetry lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Don’t miss your chance to explore the voice of an era. Plus, enjoy the convenience of combined shipping! As a proud NZ-owned business based in Auckland, we assure you that this product is in stock locally, eliminating any unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 148 x 210 mm
Pages: 96
Bind: paperback
Author: Lorna Staveley Anker Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Publication Date: 20-04-2013

LORNA STAVELEY ANKER was born in 1914. She used to joke that this was the cause of the First World War. In truth, the poems in this fine collection reveal her as New Zealand’s first woman war poet. There are poems here that arise from her childhood memories of Kaiser Bill. Three of her uncles died in France.
She was a ‘war widow’ in the Second World War, one of the civilian casualties who make up what is known as ‘the unsung generation’.
This collection contains the best of her published poems and a substantial number never seen before. Edited with loving care by Canterbury poet Bernadette Hall, this is a book that will open your eyes to our nation’s invisible history, the story of a seemingly ordinary life that proves to be extraordinary in the telling.

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