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.
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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.