Theresa Muñoz

Theresa Muñoz, a poet and scholar with a focus on archives and memory, dives into her upcoming collection, Archivum. She discusses the significance of Muriel Spark's papers and how they influenced her poetry. Themes of memory, migration, and interracial histories resonate throughout her work. Muñoz explores the emotional depth found in archives, revealing how everyday objects, like a jam recipe, can inspire profound reflections on belonging and loss. Expect a thoughtful journey through Edinburgh’s landmarks intertwined with personal storytelling.

In this engaging discussion, poet and scholar Theresa Muñoz delves into her upcoming collection, Archivum, which intricately explores themes of memory, migration, and personal artifacts. She shares insights from her research into writers' archives, particularly Muriel Spark's, illustrating how these documents reveal deep emotions connected to familial bonds and loss. Theresa also reflects on the importance of preserving diverse voices, including notable women writers, and her aim to raise awareness of archives as vital resources for understanding our past and shaping future narratives.