Auden

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Peter Ackroyd's compelling portrait of W. H. Auden, poet of a restless century.

Of all the English poets born in the twentieth century, Wystan Hugh Auden is by far the most significant. This forthright biography explores the evolution of his poetic voice in tandem with his shifting beliefs Existentialism, Marxism, Freudianism and Anglo-Catholicism reflecting the intellectual climate of the century. Rooted in English traditions, Auden's work reveals both public and personal histories, from the Great Depression and Spanish Civil War to his experiences as a gay man navigating repression and later liberation. The book traces his journeys from Oxford to Berlin, China and America, bringing to life his turbulent era and the inner conflicts of his long relationship with Chester Kallman. This insightful and compelling account by acclaimed historian Peter Ackroyd captures Auden's genius as both a historical witness and an enduring poetic voice.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Hardback
ISBN13: 9781836391722
Published: March 2026

Number of pages: 400
Width: 156 mm
Height: 234 mm
Depth: not specified

Publisher: Reaktion Books