Collected Poetry 1934-1952

With an insightful Introduction and Notes provided by Sally Minogue, this collection brings together some of Dylan Thomas's most admired and renowned poetry from the twentieth century. Iconic works such as ‘Do not go gentle into that good night’, ‘Fern Hill’, and ‘The force that through the green fuse drives the flower’ are included. This volume faithfully replicates the Collected Poems 1934-1952, as authorized by Thomas shortly before his untimely death at the age of 39. He expressed that this book contains 'most of the poems I have written, and all, up to the present year, I wish to preserve’. Thomas, who displayed remarkable talent from a young age, had his first poem published nationally when he was just 18, and released his initial collection, 18 Poems, at the age of 20. Despite his short life, he left a significant and influential body of work. His poetry often spans themes from birth to death, driven by a lyrical and exuberant spirit that cherishes life. The accompanying Introduction and Notes contextualize Thomas’s poetry within its cultural background, including its Welsh influences, and within the poetic traditions, providing pathways to appreciate his work, which is meticulously crafted and abundant in linguistic richness and emotional depth.