Product Description

R. S. Thomas was a notable religious poet of the second half of the 20th century. In this critical biography of his life and work, an introduction to Thomas is offered, and fresh perspectives made possible by newly available material are provided. In addition to offering a full discussion of Thomas's poetry and its movement over time between personal, spiritual, and political concerns, this book examines Thomas's contribution to the culture of Wales through his political interventions and activism.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2716117 in Books
• Published on: 2003-08-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 120 pages

Review
"This is a very welcome addition to the splendid 'Writers of Wales' series and is a valuable contribution to the ever-growing canon of critical works in the field of Welsh writing in English. Tony Brown has produced a book which all admirers of R. S. Thomas's work should read. I shall keep it on my shelves next to the Collected Poems." Gwales "An expanded and updated introduction to the poet is urgently needed. In this new Writers of Wales study, Tony Brown, an established critic of modern Welsh writing in English, meets that need with a focused and engaged overview of Thomas's life and work." "Brown shows a thorough knowledge of scholarly work on Thomas." David Lloyd, Planet, Issue 181

About the Author
Tony Brown is a senior lecturer in English, director of the Humanities Research Centre, and codirector of the R. S. Thomas Study Centre at the University of Wales, Bangor. He is the editor of Welsh Writing in English, The Collected Stories of Glyn Jones, and Glyn Jones's The Dragon has Two Tongues.