The Best Loved Poems of John Betjeman [Paperback]

John, Sir Betjeman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2003

John Betjeman was without question the most popular poet of the twentieth century and his poems have been bought and read by millions. He opened eyes to what before him had seemed ordinary but is now unforgettable. There is no other poet remotely like him and this collection of favourites is a perfect reminder of his extraordinary originality and appeal. It is perfect too for those who still have in store the pleasure of discovery.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'A beautifully produced and attractive edition which would make a lovely gift' -- The Oldie He brings to poetry a sense of dramatic urgency it had all but lost. -- Philip Larkin, Guardian 'An excellent gift edition' -- Bookseller 20060605 'A lovely little anthology full of old friends' -- Nottingham Evening Post 20060605

About the Author

John Betjeman was born on August 28th, 1906, in London. He was educated at Magdalen College, Oxford. In 1931, his first book of poems, 'Mount Zion', was published by an old Oxford friend, Edward James. His second book was 'Ghastly Good Taste', a commentary on architecture, published in 1934. He was knighted in 1969 and was made Poet Laureate in 1972. John Betjeman died on May 19th 1984, at his home in Trebetherick. He was buried in the nearby church of St.Enodoc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: John Murray (October 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0719565456
• ISBN-13: 978-0719565458
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 4.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,060,201 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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