Catherine Phillips, a R.J. Owens Fellow in English at Downing College, Jane Wright, a Senior Lecturer in English Literature, and Martin Dubois, an Assistant Professor of Nineteenth Century Literature, dive into the extraordinary life of Gerard Manley Hopkins. They discuss the tension between his vocation as a Jesuit priest and his poetic aspirations. The guests explore themes of faith, nature, and the innovative 'Sprung Rhythm' in his works like 'The Windhover.' They also reflect on his emotional depth, isolation, and the lasting impact of his unique style.
