A Survey of African Poetry in the London Times, Sunday Times, Financial Times, the Times Literary Supplement 1865-1985

"Commonwealth verse: in the thick of a war of images", The Times, 13 Apr 1972, 16 The Times Digital Archive, https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/CS269317773/TTDA?u=linc74325&sid=gale_api&xid=0ec1c2dc. Accessed 15 Oct 2024

The Times article discusses the role of Commonwealth poets in reflecting and shaping public perception during times of conflict. It emphasizes how poetry from Commonwealth countries grapples with the realities of war, colonialism, and independence struggles, using imagery and symbolic language to challenge imperial narratives. The piece highlights how poets engage with political and social issues, transforming personal and collective experiences of trauma into powerful artistic expressions. By focusing on the poets' ability to distill complex emotions into concise verse, the article shows the potency of poetry as a tool for resistance and self-expression in postcolonial societies. It explores how Commonwealth poets balance the tension between local traditions and global influences, using their works to build new cultural identities.