Len Pennie: Poyums for All

  • Sat 17 Aug 17:00 - 18:00
  • EFI Spiegeltent
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Len Pennie: Poyums for All

In the depths of lockdown, Len Pennie’s ‘Scots word of the day’ spread the joy of the Scots language to thousands. That was just the beginning for the poet who, according to Lemn Sissay, ‘redefines what poetry is and who it is for’. Her debut collection, Poyums, was an instant bestseller, and combines her wit and distinctive voice with her fierce feminism. She speaks to Beth Cochrane.

Categories: Language/Translation, Poetry, Scottish Interest

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Poetry & Performance
Poetry & Performance

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