'A model of its kind, easily the best thing on Carson, and one of the finest recent books on any Irish poet. It blends theory and close reading very well, and wears its learning lightly and stylishly.' 'This book will be of interest to scholars of Irish literature and politics, as well those interested in the growing field of the ... Read moreinteractions between literature and geography. It is, furthermore, a book that marks the continuing relevance of the spatial turn in literary theory and the theoretical turn in Irish studies.' Review of English Studies 'Through its comprehensive coverage of Carson’s proliferating oeuvre, its meticulous research and carefully nuanced argumentation, Ciaran Carson: Space, Place, Writing makes a significant contribution to the consolidation and development of theoretical and critical thinking about Carson in particular, and contemporary Northern Ireland poetry more generally.' Elmer Kennedy-Andrews 'The introduction offers a great deal of useful background information that will be beneficial for those new to Carson. Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through faculty.' Choice 'Alexander’s book, judiciously focused, thoroughly researched and finely produced, has set an agenda for future critical discussion of Carson.' Peter Denman, Irish Studies Review, 20.2 Show Less