Name: The Magic Border: Poetry and Fragments from My Soft Machine
Brand: Arlo Parks

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9780008646707signed

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Hardback

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signed by Arlo Parks

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Release date

2023-09-14

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Harper Collins

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9780008646707

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Artist

Arlo Parks

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Music

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Fourth Estate

Arlo Parks is a British singer/songwriter, poet, and artist. Born on 9 August 2000 in London, England, UK.
With her unique blend of indie pop and soulful melodies, Arlo Parks has captivated audiences worldwide. Her introspective lyrics and emotive vocals have earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. From her debut EP "Super Sad Generation" to her breakout single "Cola," Arlo Parks continues to push boundaries with her thought-provoking music.
In addition to her musical talents, Arlo Parks is also an accomplished poet and visual artist. Her creativity knows no bounds as she explores different mediums of expression. With each project she undertakes, Arlo Parks showcases her versatility and passion for the arts.

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The debut poetry collection from award-winning musician and poet Arlo Parks, presented alongside new song lyrics and exclusive photography.

‘Poetry was my place, my little clearing in the forest, where I could quietly put everything I was holding. I’m not sure what gave me the courage to open up that space to you, but here I am, doing it.’

The Magic Border presents the poetry of Grammy-nominated, Mercury Prize-winning artist Arlo Parks for the very first time. Featuring twenty original poems, alongside the complete lyrics from the 2023 album My Soft Machine and exclusive new photographs by Daniyel Lowden, this vital collection explores the queer experience, blackness, grief, trauma and love through the eyes of the remarkabletwenty-two year old musician.

This beautifully designed book will allow readers intimate insight into the sublime work of the artist whose fans and frequent collaborators include Billie Eilish, Phoebe Bridgers, Michelle Obama, Zadie Smith, Ocean Vuong, Michaela Coel, Dua Lipa and Harry Styles. Perfect for fans of Arlo Parks and readers of Patti Smith’s Just Kids and Florence Welch’s Useless Magic.

The Magic Border: Poetry and Fragments from My Soft Machine

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Discover The Magic Border: Poetry and Fragments from My Soft Machine by Arlo Parks. Pre-order the hardback+ for a chance to win a signed print. Explore the debut poetry collection from Grammy-nominated artist Arlo Parks, featuring exclusive photography and song lyrics.