Seamus Heaney – Field Work – First Edition 1979
£485.00
A first edition, first paperback printing of Field Work by Seamus Heaney, published by Faber in 1979. A near fine book inscribed by the author on the half title page in black ink, with minor handling wear to the front and rear panels, fading to the spine, spotting and minor browning to the top edge of the text block.
Field Work by Seamus Heaney is a collection of poetry reflecting his return to life in rural Ireland. The poems explore themes of nature, personal relationships and the political turmoil of Northern Ireland. Heaney’s vivid imagery and rich language celebrate landscape and the rural traditions whilst also addressing the complexities of identity and belonging. The collection marks a significant period in Heaney’s career, showcasing his deepening poetic voice and engagement with both personal and political landscapes.
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A first edition, first paperback printing of Field Work by Seamus Heaney, published by Faber in 1979. A near fine book inscribed by the author on the half title page in black ink, with minor handling wear to the front and rear panels, fading to the spine, spotting and minor browning to the top edge of the text block.
Field Work by Seamus Heaney is a collection of poetry reflecting his return to life in rural Ireland. The poems explore themes of nature, personal relationships and the political turmoil of Northern Ireland. Heaney’s vivid imagery and rich language celebrate landscape and the rural traditions whilst also addressing the complexities of identity and belonging. The collection marks a significant period in Heaney’s career, showcasing his deepening poetic voice and engagement with both personal and political landscapes.