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Manchester Poetry

Manchester Poetry

Written by: James Wheeler
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 Manchester's first published anthology of locally-written poetry was compiled by editor James Wheeler to show that Manchester, 'the most mechanical of boroughs', had more to offer than spinning jennies and power looms. The collection includes selections from ten Manchester-born poets, among whom Charles Swain was the best known. - Summary by Phil BensonCopyright Animals and Nature Genre
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  • Manchester Poetry - James Wheeler

    Manchester Poetry - James Wheeler
    Apr 29 2026
    Manchester's first published anthology of locally-written poetry was compiled by editor James Wheeler to show that Manchester, 'the most mechanical of boroughs', had more to offer than spinning jennies and power looms. The collection includes selections from ten Manchester-born poets, among whom Charles Swain was the best known. - Summary by Phil Benson
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