‘Walcott’s gift . . . ultimately abolishes literary parallels for physical radiance; for his allegiance, always, is with the actual tension of life.’

‘Walcott's Selected Poems is the only book I've read this year. I just haven't felt the need for another. The world is here, every emotion, thoughts you've had and thoughts you are yet to have. I have a copy in my house and a copy in my luggage. Nuff said.’

‘Walcott is a generous writer in every sense. The expansive, celebratory texture of his verse is instantly recognisable . . . An astonishing poet.’

‘An extraordinary talent.’

‘Exquisitely poised and potent poems . . . Walcott is a genius of place, and this collection highlights his power of witnessing.’

‘A book so redolent of our beloved earth . . . Read this, and be astonished.’