Larkin, Philip
Overview
Works: | 591 works in 2,241 publications in 5 languages and 52,922 library holdings |
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Genres: | Poetry Biographies Criticism, interpretation, etc Interviews Fiction Jazz Reviews Personal correspondence Musical settings Festschriften |
Subject Headings: | Poets, English |
Roles: | Author, Performer, Editor, Compiler, Narrator, Contributor, Other, Honoree, Composer, Author of introduction, Instrumentalist, Creator, Arranger, Bibliographic antecedent, Lyricist, Photographer, Illustrator |
Classifications: | PR6023.A66, 821.914 |
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Most widely held works about
Philip Larkin
- Philip Larkin : a writer's life by Andrew Motion( Book )
- Such deliberate disguises : the art of Philip Larkin by Richard Palmer( )
- Collected poems by Philip Larkin( Book )
- Larkin's blues : jazz, popular music, and poetry by B. J Leggett( )
- Reading Philip Larkin : selected poems by John Gilroy( )
- Required writing : miscellaneous pieces, 1955-1982 by Philip Larkin( Book )
- An uncommon poet for the common man : a study of Philip Larkin's poetry by Lolette Kuby( )
- Philip Larkin by Bruce K Martin( Book )
- Philip Larkin's poetics : theory and practice of an English post-war poet by István D Rácz( )
- Selected letters of Philip Larkin, 1940-1985 by Philip Larkin( Book )
- Philip Larkin : life, art and love by James Booth( Book )
- Englishness and post-imperial space : the poetry of Philip Larkin and Ted Hughes by Milton Sarkar( )
- Philip Larkin and English poetry by Terrence Anthony Whalen( Book )
- Out of reach : the poetry of Philip Larkin by Andrew Swarbrick( Book )
- Philip Larkin by Laurence Lerner( )
- Philip Larkin by Stephen Regan( Book )
- Philip Larkin : his life's work by Janice Rossen( Book )
- Philip Larkin by David Timms( Book )
- The art of restraint : English poetry from Hardy to Larkin by Richard Hoffpauir( Book )
- Larkin at sixty( Book )
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Most widely held works by
Philip Larkin
The Oxford book of twentieth-century English verse by
OXFORD(
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61 editions published between 1973 and 2004 in 3 languages and held by 2,725 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Anthology of about 600 poems from more than 200 twentieth century English poets
61 editions published between 1973 and 2004 in 3 languages and held by 2,725 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Anthology of about 600 poems from more than 200 twentieth century English poets
High windows by
Philip Larkin(
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78 editions published between 1974 and 2019 in 4 languages and held by 1,764 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Philip Larkin's last collection of verse before his death in 1985, High Windows was published in 1974, and contains some of hsi best-known poems."--Book flap
78 editions published between 1974 and 2019 in 4 languages and held by 1,764 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Philip Larkin's last collection of verse before his death in 1985, High Windows was published in 1974, and contains some of hsi best-known poems."--Book flap
Collected poems by
Philip Larkin(
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101 editions published between 1988 and 2014 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,614 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
One of the best-known and best-loved poets of the English-speaking world, Philip Larkin had only a small number of poems published during his lifetime. "Collected Poems" brings together not only all his books--"The North Ship," "The Less Deceived," "The Whitsun Weddings," and "High Windows-"--But also his uncollected poems from 1940 to 1984. This new edition reflects Larkin's own ordering for his poems and is the first collection to present the body of his work with the organization he preferred. Preserving everything he published in his lifetime, the new "Collected Poems" is an indispensable contribution to the legacy of an icon of twentieth-century poetry
101 editions published between 1988 and 2014 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,614 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
One of the best-known and best-loved poets of the English-speaking world, Philip Larkin had only a small number of poems published during his lifetime. "Collected Poems" brings together not only all his books--"The North Ship," "The Less Deceived," "The Whitsun Weddings," and "High Windows-"--But also his uncollected poems from 1940 to 1984. This new edition reflects Larkin's own ordering for his poems and is the first collection to present the body of his work with the organization he preferred. Preserving everything he published in his lifetime, the new "Collected Poems" is an indispensable contribution to the legacy of an icon of twentieth-century poetry
A girl in winter by
Philip Larkin(
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86 editions published between 1942 and 2012 in 4 languages and held by 1,273 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A Girl in Winter is the moving and enigmatic story of Katherine LInd, a European woman in wartime England. The vicious winter weather has paralyzed the countryside; the emotions of Katherine are frozen as well, as fear and loneliness increase her sense of isolation. By splicing the story of Katherine's sunlit 16th summer in between the halves of a single winter day on which the suitor of her youth returns to her present life, Larkin illuminates the process by which we learn to decipher and accommodate the longings of the heart
86 editions published between 1942 and 2012 in 4 languages and held by 1,273 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A Girl in Winter is the moving and enigmatic story of Katherine LInd, a European woman in wartime England. The vicious winter weather has paralyzed the countryside; the emotions of Katherine are frozen as well, as fear and loneliness increase her sense of isolation. By splicing the story of Katherine's sunlit 16th summer in between the halves of a single winter day on which the suitor of her youth returns to her present life, Larkin illuminates the process by which we learn to decipher and accommodate the longings of the heart
Jill, a novel by
Philip Larkin(
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51 editions published between 1926 and 2010 in 3 languages and held by 1,181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The novel is set in wartime Oxford, the city in which it was written. Protagonist John Kemp is a young man from "Huddlesford" in Lancashire, who goes up to Oxford. With great sympathy it analyses his emotions at this first experience of privileged southern life (he had never been south of Crewe). Socially awkward and inexperienced, Kemp is attracted by the reckless and dissipated life of his roommate Christopher Warner, a well-off southerner who has attended a minor public school, tellingly called "Lamprey College". The eponymous Jill is Kemp's imaginary sister, whom he invents to confound Warner. Kemp then discovers a real-life Jill called Gillian, the 15-year-old cousin of Warner's friend Elizabeth. Kemp becomes infatuated with Gillian, but his advances are thwarted by Elizabeth and rebuffed by Gillian
51 editions published between 1926 and 2010 in 3 languages and held by 1,181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The novel is set in wartime Oxford, the city in which it was written. Protagonist John Kemp is a young man from "Huddlesford" in Lancashire, who goes up to Oxford. With great sympathy it analyses his emotions at this first experience of privileged southern life (he had never been south of Crewe). Socially awkward and inexperienced, Kemp is attracted by the reckless and dissipated life of his roommate Christopher Warner, a well-off southerner who has attended a minor public school, tellingly called "Lamprey College". The eponymous Jill is Kemp's imaginary sister, whom he invents to confound Warner. Kemp then discovers a real-life Jill called Gillian, the 15-year-old cousin of Warner's friend Elizabeth. Kemp becomes infatuated with Gillian, but his advances are thwarted by Elizabeth and rebuffed by Gillian
The Whitsun weddings : poems by
Philip Larkin(
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56 editions published between 1964 and 1979 in English and German and held by 1,163 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A collection of poems by a well-known English poet
56 editions published between 1964 and 1979 in English and German and held by 1,163 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A collection of poems by a well-known English poet
The less deceived by
Philip Larkin(
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81 editions published between 1955 and 2013 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,129 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Poems written since 1945 by a young English poet
81 editions published between 1955 and 2013 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,129 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Poems written since 1945 by a young English poet
Jazz writings : essays and reviews 1940-84 by
Philip Larkin(
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11 editions published between 2001 and 2005 in English and held by 1,111 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Philip Larkin (1922-85) was not only one of the foremost English poets of the twentieth century, but also a notable novelist and a distinguished writer on jazz. He was jazz critic for The Daily Telegraph between 1961 and 1971. Jazz Writings brings together Larkin's reviews, articles and essays written for The Guardian, The Observer, The New Statesman, and numerous other publications
11 editions published between 2001 and 2005 in English and held by 1,111 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Philip Larkin (1922-85) was not only one of the foremost English poets of the twentieth century, but also a notable novelist and a distinguished writer on jazz. He was jazz critic for The Daily Telegraph between 1961 and 1971. Jazz Writings brings together Larkin's reviews, articles and essays written for The Guardian, The Observer, The New Statesman, and numerous other publications
The north ship by
Philip Larkin(
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71 editions published between 1945 and 2015 in English and held by 800 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Philip Larkin's first volume of verse, The North Ship was originally published in August 1945, by the Fortune Press, and reissued in 1966 by Faber. The introduction, by Larkin himself, explains the circumstances of its publication and the influences which shaped its contents."--Book flap
71 editions published between 1945 and 2015 in English and held by 800 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Philip Larkin's first volume of verse, The North Ship was originally published in August 1945, by the Fortune Press, and reissued in 1966 by Faber. The introduction, by Larkin himself, explains the circumstances of its publication and the influences which shaped its contents."--Book flap
The complete poems by
Philip Larkin(
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16 editions published between 2012 and 2018 in English and held by 745 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This entirely new edition brings together all of Philip Larkin's poems. In addition to those that appear in Collected Poems (1988) and Early Poems and Juvenilia (2005), some unpublished pieces from Larkin's typescripts and workbooks are included, as well as verse--by turns scurrilous, satirical, affectionate, and sentimental--that had been tucked away in his letters. For the first time, Larkin's poems are given a comprehensive commentary. This draws critically upon, and substantially extends, the accumulated scholarship on Larkin, and covers closely relevant historical contexts, persons and places, allusions and echoes, and linguistic usage. Prominence is given to the poet's comments on his own poems, which often outline the circumstances that gave rise to a poem or state what he was trying to achieve. Larkin often played down his literariness, but his poetry enrichingly alludes to and echoes the writings of many others; Archie Burnett's commentary establishes him as a more complex and more literary poet than many readers have suspected
16 editions published between 2012 and 2018 in English and held by 745 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This entirely new edition brings together all of Philip Larkin's poems. In addition to those that appear in Collected Poems (1988) and Early Poems and Juvenilia (2005), some unpublished pieces from Larkin's typescripts and workbooks are included, as well as verse--by turns scurrilous, satirical, affectionate, and sentimental--that had been tucked away in his letters. For the first time, Larkin's poems are given a comprehensive commentary. This draws critically upon, and substantially extends, the accumulated scholarship on Larkin, and covers closely relevant historical contexts, persons and places, allusions and echoes, and linguistic usage. Prominence is given to the poet's comments on his own poems, which often outline the circumstances that gave rise to a poem or state what he was trying to achieve. Larkin often played down his literariness, but his poetry enrichingly alludes to and echoes the writings of many others; Archie Burnett's commentary establishes him as a more complex and more literary poet than many readers have suspected
The Whitsun weddings by
Philip Larkin(
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45 editions published between 1964 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 527 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This collection of poetry has been written clearly, rythmically, and thoughtfully about what all of us can understand. The poems range across a whole emotional landscape
45 editions published between 1964 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 527 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This collection of poetry has been written clearly, rythmically, and thoughtfully about what all of us can understand. The poems range across a whole emotional landscape
All what jazz : a record diary 1961-1971 by
Philip Larkin(
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23 editions published between 1970 and 1989 in English and Undetermined and held by 495 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
23 editions published between 1970 and 1989 in English and Undetermined and held by 495 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Philip Larkin : the man and his work by
Dale Salwak(
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3 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 413 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Annotation
3 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 413 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Annotation
All what jazz; a record diary, 1961-68 by
Philip Larkin(
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11 editions published between 1970 and 1985 in 3 languages and held by 345 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
11 editions published between 1970 and 1985 in 3 languages and held by 345 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Oxford book of twentieth-century English verse by
Philip Larkin(
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31 editions published between 1973 and 2011 in English and held by 297 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is an anthology of about 600 poems from more than 200 twentieth century English poets. The latest reissue of Philip Larkin's new classic anthology includes a Foreword by the poet's biographer, Andrew Motion. Successor to W.B. Yeats's Oxford Book of Modern Verse 1892-1935, The Oxford Book of Twentieth Century English Verse ranges widely across this century's verse, introducing many less well-known poets among the acknowledged greats
31 editions published between 1973 and 2011 in English and held by 297 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is an anthology of about 600 poems from more than 200 twentieth century English poets. The latest reissue of Philip Larkin's new classic anthology includes a Foreword by the poet's biographer, Andrew Motion. Successor to W.B. Yeats's Oxford Book of Modern Verse 1892-1935, The Oxford Book of Twentieth Century English Verse ranges widely across this century's verse, introducing many less well-known poets among the acknowledged greats
Lenoriana(
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3 editions published in 2015 in English and held by 288 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 2015 in English and held by 288 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mass of the Apocalypse by
Peter Dickinson(
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3 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Trouble at Willow Gables and other fictions by
Philip Larkin(
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6 editions published between 2002 and 2003 in English and held by 250 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Drawing on the papers deposited after his death in the Brynmore Jones Library, Hull, this volume collects together virtually all of Philip Larkin's remaining unpublished fiction
6 editions published between 2002 and 2003 in English and held by 250 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Drawing on the papers deposited after his death in the Brynmore Jones Library, Hull, this volume collects together virtually all of Philip Larkin's remaining unpublished fiction
The complete poems of Philip Larkin by
Philip Larkin(
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13 editions published between 2012 and 2014 in English and German and held by 212 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This edition brings together all of Philip Larkin's poems. In addition to those in 'Collected Poems', and in the 'Early Poems and Juvenilia', some unpublished pieces from Larkin's typescripts and workbooks are included, as well as verse tucked away in his letters
13 editions published between 2012 and 2014 in English and German and held by 212 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This edition brings together all of Philip Larkin's poems. In addition to those in 'Collected Poems', and in the 'Early Poems and Juvenilia', some unpublished pieces from Larkin's typescripts and workbooks are included, as well as verse tucked away in his letters
The Modern academic library : essays in memory of Philip Larkin by
Brian Dyson(
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12 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
12 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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- Thwaite, Anthony Author of introduction Other Editor Author
- Palmer, Richard 1947- Author Editor
- Booth, James 1945- Author Editor
- Motion, Andrew 1952- Author of introduction Author
- Gilroy, John 1946- Author
- Leggett, B. J. (Bobby Joe) 1938- Author
- Hardy, Thomas 1840-1928 Author
- Kuby, Lolette Author
- Burnett, Archie Author of introduction Commentator for written text Editor
- Hughes, Ted 1930-1998 Contributor
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Academic libraries Authors, English Blues (Music) in literature College students Criticism and interpretation Dickinson, Emily, England England--Oxford English fiction English literature English poetry Flute and piano music, Arranged Flute music Frost, Robert, Great Britain Hardy, Thomas, Jazz Jazz in literature Larkin, Philip Librarians Library technicians Loneliness Manners and customs Man-woman relationships Masses McMaster University Monologues with music (Instrumental ensemble) Music Music and literature Northern England Order in literature Piano music Piano music (4 hands) Poe, Edgar Allan, Poetics Poetry Poetry--Authorship Poetry--Psychological aspects Poets, English Popular music Self-control in literature Single women Social conditions Social history Social isolation Song cycles Songs (Medium voice) with piano Sound recordings University of Oxford Women refugees
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Alternative Names
Coleman, Brunette
Coleman, Brunette 1922-1985
Larkin F.
Larkin F. 1922-1985
Larkin, Filip
Larkin Ph. A.
Larkin Ph. A. 1922-1985
Larkin Philip
Larkin, Philip 1922-
Larkin, Philip 1922-1985
Larkin Philip Arthur
Larkin, Philip Arthur 1922-1985
Philip Larkin
Philip Larkin anglický básník, prozaik a jazzový kritik
Philip Larkin Brits journalist
Philip Larkin englischer Dichter, Autor und Jazzkritiker
Philip Larkin English poet, novelist, jazz critic and librarian
Philip Larkin escritor, bibliotecario y crítico de jazz inglés
Philip Larkin inglise luuletaja, kirjanik, muusikakriitik ja raamatukoguhoidja
Philip Larkin poeta i pisarz angielski
Philip Larkin poète anglais
Philip Larkin scrittore, poeta e critico musicale britannico
Φίλιπ Λάρκιν
Ларкин Ф
Ларкин Ф. 1922-1985
Ларкин Ф. А
Ларкин Ф. А. 1922-1985
Филип Ларкин
Ֆիլիպ Լարկին
פיליפ לרקין
פיליפ לרקין סופר בריטי
فلپ لارکِن
فيليب لاركن
فيليب لاركن، 1925-1985
فیلیپ لارکین نویسنده، ژورنالیست، کتابدار، و شاعر بریتانیایی
ফিলিপ্ লার্কিন
ਫਿਲਿਪ ਲਾਰਕਿਨ
பிலிப் லர்கின்
라르킨, 필립 1922-1985
라킨, 필립 1922-1985
라킨, 필립 아서 1922-1985
フィリップ・ラーキン
ラーキン, フィリップ
菲利普·拉金
菲利普·拉金 英國詩人,小說家,爵士評論家和圖書館員
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