The latest collection from Olive Senior, Jamaican Poet Laureate, collects her four books of poetry alongside new work written during the pandemic.

A lyrical journey through Caribbean history and identity. This collection showcases the evocative storytelling and formal playfulness of Jamaican Poet Laureate Olive Senior, bringing together poems from her first four books alongside new works. Senior's poems delve into the complexities of Caribbean life, exploring themes of hurricanes, slavery, colonialism, and the resilience of the human spirit. Through vivid imagery and gripping narratives, Hurricane Watch opens into ecological reflections, politics, and culture in original and sensuous ways. For readers seeking poetry that is both deeply personal and politically engaged, Senior's work offers a powerful and moving exploration of the Caribbean experience. Discover a world of vibrant landscapes, complex histories, and the enduring strength of the human heart.