‘Writing the Environment’ is a 6-week writing course focusing on nature and environmental writing. Participants will explore various forms, including poetry, essays, and folklore, guided by Kaja Brown. The course welcomes underrepresented communities, is beginner-friendly, and aims to inspire writing about the environment. Early bird tickets are £15.
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Earth Day 2025: Video, Poetry and Prose Special
This Earth Day, we have brought together films, interviews, poems, essays and, perhaps importantly, manifestos. When environmental protections are being rolled back, when the temperature is more than 1.5°C above the pre-industrial era, when genocide continues without intervention, when wars rage around the globe weaponized by Western arms dealers, when people are deported to foreign prisons without trial, when those traditionally marginalized within our communities are targeted more than ever... —yes, it's time to declare our aims, motivations and intentions. It's a time for manifestos to imagine new ways of being in the world.
Earth Day 2025: A New Film by Modron & Coal Poet
For Earth Day 2025, a film titled The Dunes, funded by the Books Council of Wales, is here released. It follows a neurodivergent teenager seeking refuge in the neglected dunes of Glamorgan. The film explores the connection between place and identity amidst societal challenges, highlighting themes of belonging and ecological crisis.
Plots & Plants: John Freeman explores bridle paths and wildfires in south Wales
Welcome back to our "Plots and Plants" series on personal connections to place. This week, John Freeman shares a favorite walk in the Vale of Glamorgan, detailing the landscape changes due to recent weather. A nearby wildfire, unusual for March, raises concerns about climate change's impact on local environments.
A Review of Roselle Angwin’s A Spell in the Forest – by Sarah Bitter
Rosie Angwin's A Spell in the Forest blends mythology, spirituality, and creative tasks to foster a deeper connection with trees. Sarah Bitter explores the book, noting that while the interdisciplinary approach may not resonate with everyone, it invites contemplation on nature amid ecological crises. Read on to hear more about how the book encourages reverence for trees as sacred and offers insights for nurturing environmental relationships.
MODRON Issue 5: Editorial
In Issue 5 of Modron, reflections on winter storms highlight the vulnerability of nature and humanity. The editorial addresses global crises, emphasizing the importance of witnessing struggles, particularly in Palestine. It features poetry that intertwines human experience with nature, celebrating linguistic diversity and offering new translations in Welsh alongside original works.
Audio Feature: Art as Resistance: Insights from Duriel E. Harris
This is an interview with Duriel E. Harris, an acclaimed American poet and editor of Obsidian, discussing her works and the importance of art in response to global conflicts. Harris reflects on joy amid adversity and the potential of writing to provoke change, emphasizing resilience in the face of violence.
The More-Than-Human Perspective in Environmental Poetry: a translation of Kersti Merilaas and interview with translator Ilmar Lehtpere
This week's interview features Estonian poet Ilmar Lehtpere discussing the complexities of translating poetry, particularly Kersti Merilaas' work. Ilmar emphasizes the moral obligation of translators to represent authors faithfully, while navigating cultural and linguistic differences. Ilmar highlights the importance of translating diverse voices to combat cultural homogenization and promote environmental awareness through literature.
Llifogydd yr Archif: afonydd ardal Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Rhondda Cynon Taf 2024 gan Hywel Griffiths
Bu gormod o law eleni yng Nghymru! Yma, mae Hywel Griffiths yn trafod llifogydd, afonydd y Rhonddfa a thraddodiad o newyddiaduraeth amgylcheddol yng Nghymru. There's been too much rain in Wales! Here, in this Cymraeg/Welsh-language article, Hywel Griffiths discusses floods, the Rhondda's rivers, and a tradition of environmental reporting in Wales.
The More-Than-Human Perspective in Environmental Poetry: a poem and interview from eartha davis
The interview explores Eartha Davis's poetic approach, particularly her work "sgeulachd na h-aibhne" (story of a river). Emphasizing the interconnectedness of humanity and the environment, Davis highlights the significance of Gaelic as a conduit for emotion and meaning. She encourages readers to engage deeply, uncovering narratives that unite humans and nature.
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