Contemporary Poetry: Cold Knap Lake by Gillian Clarke
Published: 2011
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"Cold Knap Lake" by Gillian Clarke is a poignant exploration of memory, loss, and the interplay between personal and collective histories. Set against the backdrop of a swimming accident that reverberates through the lives of those connected to it, the poem delves into themes of identity, nature, and the passage of time. Clarke’s evocative language and imagery capture the essence of a community’s grief and resilience, drawing the reader into a reflective journey that highlights the fragility of life and the powerful connections that bind us to each other and to the world around us. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2011 by GCSEPod .