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Tim Thorne (25 March 1944 - 16 September 2021) was a leading contemporary Australian poet. Author of sixteen collections of poetry, founder of the Tasmanian Poetry Festival and Cornford Press, Tim was a brilliant and generous polymath, mentor, activist and commentator, who has left a profound legacy and an extraordinary body of work. Tim's younger daughter - songwriter, musician & painter Lucie Thorne - has brought together this collection of her favourite poems spanning 53 years of Tim's writing life. These Greatest Hits include selections from each of Tim's books as well as some previously unpublished poems. Tim Thorne lived most of his life in Launceston, Tasmania, on palawa country, with his wife and Comrade Stephanie (5 November 1946 - 19 October 2021)
A retrospective of a significant Australian poet's career is curated by his daughter, showcasing a diverse range of his work. This collection gathers poems spanning 53 years of Tim Thorne's writing life, from his early works to previously unpublished pieces. Thorne, a celebrated figure in Australian poetry, was known for his multifaceted contributions as a writer, mentor, and activist. The selection aims to represent the breadth and depth of his poetic output, offering a comprehensive look at his literary legacy.
This collection is presented as a definitive retrospective of Tim Thorne's poetic career, curated by his daughter Lucie Thorne. The selection aims to showcase the breadth of his work across five decades, including both published and unpublished material. As a leading contemporary Australian poet, Thorne's profound legacy is acknowledged through this compilation. The 'Greatest Hits' approach suggests a focus on his most impactful and representative poems, offering readers a comprehensive overview of his contribution to literature.
Page Count:
236
Publication Date:
2024-09-01
Publisher:
Puncher & Wattmann
ISBN-10:
1923099299
ISBN-13:
9781923099296
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