The Guest from the Future

Exploring themes of survival and artistic expression, the poems highlight the resilience of women through various historical contexts. They feature figures such as Anna Akhmatova and a Polish refugee, intertwining their narratives with the contrasting tale of Tennyson's "Lady of Shalott." While Tennyson's character chooses isolation and faces destruction, Stallworthy's subjects find strength and sustenance in their art, showcasing the transformative power of creativity amidst adversity.