I think you made the right decision. This was a fabulous post, the Arena programme had me in tears, not a bad thing. I loved the depth, breadth and the detail of this post. You even gave a bibliography. The only thing was , I was so enthused I bought several of Heaney' books, more than I should, but hey you can't have too much good history and poetry. So hou know a good biography of Heaney. The Arena programme was so fascinating I want more about the life behind the poetry. I read the Substack, are notes and watched the links I the afternoon. I bought several collections on Kindle, and had a beautiful evening reading the poems. I also bought the book of essays you mentioned. I think the poems will be upgraded to actual books soon. Thanks for a fascinating and inspirational day, Jeff.
I really love your stuff, and few seem to comment, I'm so grateful that I want to comment in order that you know we are listening, liking and above all learning. There must be a gap for a biography. Perhaps the family want to preserve their privacy. Thanks very much for the link.
I think you made the right decision. This was a fabulous post, the Arena programme had me in tears, not a bad thing. I loved the depth, breadth and the detail of this post. You even gave a bibliography. The only thing was , I was so enthused I bought several of Heaney' books, more than I should, but hey you can't have too much good history and poetry. So hou know a good biography of Heaney. The Arena programme was so fascinating I want more about the life behind the poetry. I read the Substack, are notes and watched the links I the afternoon. I bought several collections on Kindle, and had a beautiful evening reading the poems. I also bought the book of essays you mentioned. I think the poems will be upgraded to actual books soon. Thanks for a fascinating and inspirational day, Jeff.
Thank you! It seems there is no biography yet, but there is a bit of material on his estate website https://www.seamusheaney.com/life-and-legacy
It is very inspiring for me to get this feedback. Thanks so much, Clare.
I really love your stuff, and few seem to comment, I'm so grateful that I want to comment in order that you know we are listening, liking and above all learning. There must be a gap for a biography. Perhaps the family want to preserve their privacy. Thanks very much for the link.