The Flora & Fauna of Seamus Heaney: Fauna

Together, we will take a deep dive into the animals that inhabit the poetry of Seamus Heaney. Drawing on examples from some of his most cherished works—including Death of a Naturalist, The Otter, and A Lough Neagh Sequence —sharing captivating insights into Ireland’s native wildlife, the very creatures that inspired these evocative poems.

Interwoven with poetry readings, this event explores Heaney’s work in light of the biology behind the animals, creating a rich dialogue between literary experience and scientific understanding. The result is a unique opportunity to encounter Heaney’s work alongside the living world that shaped it.

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