The Poetry of Basil Bunting

In this critical biography, Forde concentrates on the relationship between music and meaning in Bunting’s work. She was the only critic with whom he co-operated, and his comments and answers to her letters and queries are incorporated. “”One of the masters of the age.”” – Allen Ginsberg. “”Bunting demands close attention, and at last he is getting it.”” – TLS. “”For the reader new to Bunting this is an excellent companion. The experienced Bunting readers will find much to absorb…Forde’s attention to a great poet and good man benefits us all.”” – Harvard Review.