The Bells of Saint Babel's: Poems 1997–2001

by Allen Curnow

Revisiting familiar spots and considering life’s ironies, Allen Curnow’s collection of verse reviews the chances and accidents that lead to the present. Including structured and free verse and translations of Pushkin, these poems exhibit Curnow’s visually detailed style and his loving interest in the landscape and history of his own country.

Genres: Poetry

64 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2001

About the author

New Zealand poet and journalist.

Reviews

[Stuart Macalpine]

Really pleased to be reading these poems whilst in NZ - feels important to do so