Author of twelve collections of poetry. Medbh McCurckian is on of Ireland's foremost poets. Her poetry now appears as standard reading on courses on Irish literature and culture both in Europe
and in the U.S. Mongside this her work is also often fealured in conposition and poeties courses. Although always engaded by Ireland and the possibilities of a national literary tradition,
critical interest in her work is not condined to Irish Studies, As one of the major themes of her work is female consciousness and creativity its influence has extended far beyond Ireland
itself. As the first book to concentrate solely on McGuekian's achievement, this collection will become the standard guide for anyone interested in her work.
