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Benjamin Zephaniah, a globetrotting artist and humanitarian, presents the captivating tale of his own journey in this BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week. During the tumultuous 1980s, as punks and Rastas took to the streets to protest societal ills, Zephaniah's verses echoed through demonstrations, outside police stations, and amidst the rhythms of dance floors. His ambitious goal: to bring poetry to the masses, reaching those who seldom picked up a book. His words were a potent blend of politics, music, radicalism, and relevance.
By the dawn of the 1990s, Zephaniah had graced stages on every continent, a remarkable feat achieved in a mere twelve months. His relentless touring and performances have continued unabated since. A chance encounter with Nelson Mandela, who heard Zephaniah's tribute whilst incarcerated, blossomed into a lifelong bond. This connection inspired Zephaniah's work with South African children. In a further nod to Mandela, Zephaniah became the first artist to collaborate with The Wailers following Bob Marley's passing, crafting a musical homage to the iconic leader.
This autobiography is a testament to an extraordinary life, celebrating the transformative power of poetry and the vital importance of pushing artistic boundaries. It's a gripping narrative that intertwines personal experiences with global events, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the life of one of Britain's most influential contemporary poets.
Book ISBN: | 9781471168956 |
Book Author: | Benjamin Zephaniah |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Scribner UK |
Book Publisher: | Simon & Schuster Ltd |
Book Dimensions: | 132 x 199 x 21 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2019-05-02 |
Book Pagination: | 352 pages, 2 x 8pp full colur insert |
Book Weight: | 276g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’