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Twice Shy

Exploring Seamus Heaney's Love Poems
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Category Event
Price Free
A old photo of Seamus and Marie Heaney standing in the doorway of Glanmore cottage
Online

'Never fear. We may let the scaffolds fall
Confident that we have built our wall.'

From shy beginnings to precious moments as a young married couple to looking back over nearly 50 years together, Seamus Heaney celebrated his wife Marie throughout each phase of their relationship. Today, these poems resonate with lovers around the world, becoming some of the most popular classics to read at ceremonies of love and devotion.

In celebration of Valentine's Day, join us for an online talk where we will explore and enjoy some of his most beautiful and romantic poems.

If our team can be of any assistance, please contact us at heaneyexhibition@nli.ie