‘We are in the inferno’: diaspora writers lead new movement of nature poetry
UK anthology inspired by question: ‘Where are our black and Asian nature writers?’ has boosted interest in genre
TL;DR
- A new movement of eco-poets from Black and Brown communities in the UK is emerging.
- The movement challenges the traditional canon of nature poetry and its historical perspectives.
- The anthology 'Nature Matters' showcases diaspora voices and has been adopted in universities and schools.
- Contemporary nature poetry is deeply influenced by the climate and biodiversity crisis.
- The movement critiques the pastoral tradition, questioning who has access to and ownership of nature poetry.
- Poets like Mona Arshi and Jason Allen-Paisant are contributing to this new wave.
- The poets aim to make nature accessible to all, regardless of background.
- This initiative broadens the scope of nature poetry beyond white, educated, middle-class perspectives.