Spike Hawkins

Spike Hawkins

Spike Hawkins (born 1943) is a British poet, best known for his "Three Pig Poems". He was part of the poetry scene in Liverpool during the 1960s.

He was a friend of Johnny Byrne; together, they formed the surreal act "Poisoned Bellows". [ [http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2008/apr/25/television.bbc Guardian obituary] Accessed 5 August 2008.] He continues to be active, for example performing in the 2005 Poetry Olympics at the Royal Albert Hall [ [http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_qn4158/is_20050928/ai_n15615719 Independent article] Accessed 5 August 2008.]

A brilliant mimic, he could imitate Harold Wilson very well. [The Guardian November 16 2000 p.17]

ee also

Liverpool poets

References

* Lucie-Smith, Edward (1970), "British Poetry since 1945"


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