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Mentioned in 2 episodes
Not waving but drowning
Book • 1971
Stevie Smith's poem 'Not Waving but Drowning' is a powerful exploration of loneliness and the tragic misinterpretation of a man's distress signals as joyful gestures.
The poem delves into themes of isolation and the human tendency to hide inner turmoil behind outward appearances.
It is part of Smith's 1957 collection of the same name and is noted for its simple yet profound language.
The poem delves into themes of isolation and the human tendency to hide inner turmoil behind outward appearances.
It is part of Smith's 1957 collection of the same name and is noted for its simple yet profound language.
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Mentioned in 2 episodes
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Geraldine Doogue
Not drowning waving, a modern media tale — with Geraldine Doogue
Mentioned in the podcast introduction as one of Stevie Smith's published works.
Stevie Smith
Poem read by Glenda Jackson that explores themes of misinterpretation and hidden suffering.
Sink or Swim
