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A powerful exploration of fracture, repair, and the languages of the body. The Agonist, winner of the 2016 Thomas Shapcott Prize for Poetry, is an exhilarating collection that delves into the complexities of human experience. Shastra Deo's poems spark conversations about fracture and repair, energy, love, and danger, using the languages of anatomy, etymology, and incantation to create a unique and compelling voice. This collection is for poetry readers, literary enthusiasts, and students of creative writing who appreciate innovative language and thematic exploration. The Agonist explores…mehr

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A powerful exploration of fracture, repair, and the languages of the body. The Agonist, winner of the 2016 Thomas Shapcott Prize for Poetry, is an exhilarating collection that delves into the complexities of human experience. Shastra Deo's poems spark conversations about fracture and repair, energy, love, and danger, using the languages of anatomy, etymology, and incantation to create a unique and compelling voice. This collection is for poetry readers, literary enthusiasts, and students of creative writing who appreciate innovative language and thematic exploration. The Agonist explores themes of identity, memory, loss, and trauma, offering a resilient and vulnerable perspective on the human condition. Discover a world where language becomes a tool for healing and understanding.
Autorenporträt
Shastra Deo was born in Fiji, raised in Melbourne, and lives in Brisbane. She holds a Bachelor of Creative Arts in Writing and English Literature, First Class Honours and a University Medal in Creative Writing, and a Master of Arts in Writing, Editing and Publishing from The University of Queensland. The Agonist is her first book.