Damian Walford Davies Livres

This pioneering study offers dynamic new answers to Christian Jacob's question: 'What are the links that bind the map to writing?'.

Judas Iscariot—one of the Bible’s most notorious characters—comes to life in this dramatic and thought-provoking new collection of poems by Damian Walford Davies. Fully aware of how ancient enmities shape modern conflicts, the author draws on 20 centuries of representations of Judas to set out a tale that challenges our preconceived notions of holiness and betrayal.

Exploring the impact of New Historicism on Romantic Studies, this collection features eleven essays that examine its significance across time. The contributors assess how Romantic New Historicism has shaped our interpretation and understanding of the period from approximately 1770 to 1830, offering diverse perspectives on its past influence and future potential.

Exploring the interplay of light and shadow, this poetry collection weaves together the logical and the magical, juxtaposing beauty with brutality. Vivid imagery captures diverse scenes, from a boxing match to surreal urban fashion, while confronting disturbing realities like war and environmental devastation. The collection features thematic sequences, including reflections on a Victorian diary, interpretations of contemporary art, and correspondence with an architect, each piece illuminating the complexities of the human experience.

With the narrative pull of a novel and the vibrancy of a play for voices, 'Witch' offers a thrilling portrait of a Suffolk village in the throes of the witchcraft hunts of the mid-17th century. The poems in this collection are dark spells, compact and moving: seven sections, each of seven poems, each of seven couplets.

Exploring the dualities and paradoxes of existence, this poetry collection delves into the intersections of human experience with cosmic themes, art, technology, and spirituality. The poems reveal common ground in surprising contexts, showcasing a blend of passion, elegy, and humor. They confront the reader with life's uncertainties while envisioning healing and the challenge of nurturing love in increasingly constrained circumstances. The work invites reflection on the complexities of modern life and the pursuit of connection amidst chaos.