Philip Larkin, one of England's greatest and most popular twentieth-century poets, is nonetheless widely regarded as a misanthropic, provincial recluse. This vo

_______________ 'Superb ... Booth's psychology is subtler than Motion's and more convincing' - Peter J. Conradi, Spectator 'Booth's diligence is unquestionable

Philip Larkin is widely regarded as one of the greatest English poets of the 20th century. As such, there is a vast amount of literary criticism surrounding his

A stunning new edition that brings together all of Larkin's poems in addition to some unpublished pieces.

Exploring the complex relationship between aesthetic experience and personal identity in Larkin's work, this book gives close and original readings of three maj