Jane Williams's eye and ear are trained to human idiosyncrasy and foible, and to the endless possibilities that are held within a life. In her ineffable compassion and in the ringing rhythms of her long syntax this is poetry that speaks to the ear and the marrow.
One of my favourite poets. A beautiful book. So much love and hope for ordinary others is expressed in these poems. Beautiful use of detail, just enough words in every poem. I earmarked 15 favourite poems, which I would like to share with others.