{"product_id":"collected-poems-by-kingsley-amis-9780141194219","title":"Collected Poems","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete collection of Kingsley Amis's poems, as witty, scabrous and bracing as his celebrated novels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough best known for his comic novels, Kingsley Amis wrote poetry throughout his career. \u003cem\u003eCollected Poems\u003c\/em\u003e spans subjects from nature and cricket to love, ageing and literature, brimming with his characteristic wit and irreverence, yet full of compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'The Last War' brings home the futility of battle by portraying countries as flawed characters destined for misfortune, while 'Their Oxford' reflects on the passing of time. In contrast, the playful 'Sight Unseen' laments the difficulty of attracting women. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy turns provocative and poignant, this collection provides an illuminating glimpse into the heart and mind of Amis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46249873309932,"sku":"9780141194219","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141194219.jpg?v=1741562202","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/products\/collected-poems-by-kingsley-amis-9780141194219","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}