The John Clare Society is pleased to announce the publication of a new selection of Clare’s poetry and prose edited by Mike Mecham, with illustrations by Petra Wonham and John Bangay.

Justly renowned for poems about the natural world, this anthology broadens our view of Clare’s work by exploring the people inhabiting his world, revealing in the process both his deep humanity and sharp social observation.

Copies of Clare’s People are available from the Publications and Merchandise Officer for £12. (Please visit our shop for more details on how to order.)

Alongside our earlier publications, The Wood is Sweet and This Happy Spirit, Clare’s People forms a wonderful introduction to Clare’s work.