Best of Dylan Thomas

Then all the matter of the living air
Raised up a voice, and, climbing on the words,
I spelt my vision with a hand and hair . . .

Lyrical, mercurial and perhaps more influential on popular culture than any other poet of his era, Dylan Thomas is one of the twentieth century''s most iconic literary figures. The Best of Dylan Thomas is a rich collection of his best-loved poems, stories and broadcasts, including his beloved radio play Under Milk Wood.

Perfect for existing Thomas aficionados and students new to his work alike, this definitive edition includes notes, selected criticism and a chronology of the poet''s life and times.