Inside the Wave

Discover the poignant beauty of Inside the Wave, the final poetry collection by acclaimed author Helen Dunmore, published by Bloodaxe Books Ltd in 2017. This posthumous winner of the Costa Book of the Year award invites readers into a world where life and death intertwine, showcasing Dunmore's signature spare and eloquent lyricism. Written during her battle with illness, the poems delve into the delicate boundary between the living and the dead, exploring themes of existence and the profound intensity of being. With 72 pages of evocative verse, this collection is a testament to Dunmore's remarkable talent and her ability to illuminate the human experience, making it a must-read for poetry lovers and fans of her work alike.