Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Great Regulars: The Shirt

by Carol Ann Duffy

from Carol Ann Duffy: The Guardian: The Shirt

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This gorgeously sensual poem [by Caroline Hawkridge] celebrates the radiant summer blooming of the rhododendron.

The language seems as touchable as clothing--"snoods"/"sleeves"/"trusses"/"chiffon"/"bath towel"--and this sexiness is enhanced by the image of the flowering of the shrub as a "love bite" on the garden.

from Carol Ann Duffy: The Daily Mirror: Poetry Corner

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