Ts Eliot Prize Winner

God's Gift to Women

by Don Paterson

Summary

A blend of dark humor, technical brilliance, and sexual frankness. Paterson's poems are known for their aphoristic depth and street-wise philosophy.

Historical Context & Significance

Paterson is also a jazz musician; his work is famous for its "duende"—a dark, soulful energy that balances high-art form with low-life content.