{"product_id":"skinship-salt-modern-poets","title":"Salt Publishing Skinship - Poetry Collection by Alexandra Corrin-Tachibana | Paperback","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSkinship by Alexandra Corrin-Tachibana\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDive into \u003cem\u003eSkinship\u003c\/em\u003e, Alexandra Corrin-Tachibana’s compelling second poetry collection, a sequel to the Salt bestseller, \u003cem\u003eSing me down from the dark\u003c\/em\u003e. This bold and sensuous work explores themes of motherhood, female relationships, and partnerships, delving into complex dynamics with dark humor and poignant moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection draws its title from the Japanese 'loan word' fusing 'skin' and 'kinship,' referencing intimate connections. Corrin-Tachibana masterfully balances light and dark, weaving in hilarious observations, such as in the zuihitsu 'Madam Gout,' alongside tender reflections on her son and explorations of challenging relationships, including narcissistic abuse and cross-cultural dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet against the backdrop of Japanese culture and heavily influenced by writers like Sei Shōnagon and Yoko Ono, \u003cem\u003eSkinship\u003c\/em\u003e features a witty, surreal sequence inspired by Ono, including the Artemesia prize shortlisted poem, 'How to Enjoy Kyoto.' The collection showcases innovative use of Japanese poetical forms like zuihitsu, haiku, and tanka, which Corrin-Tachibana makes uniquely her own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in the author's lived experience in Japan and her love for its literature, the poems reflect her reconnection with the country after a 15-year hiatus. The visual appeal is enhanced by the use of Japanese language and script, and the collage-like layout of the zuihitsu, making \u003cem\u003eSkinship\u003c\/em\u003e a visually engaging and deeply resonant read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSecond poetry collection by Alexandra Corrin-Tachibana\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSequel to the Salt bestseller, \u003cem\u003eSing me down from the dark\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExplores themes of motherhood, female relationships, and partnerships\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeatures dark humor and emotionally resonant moments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInfluenced by Japanese cultural landscape and women writers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShowcases innovative use of Japanese poetical forms (zuihitsu, haiku, tanka)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes Artemesia prize shortlisted poem, 'How to Enjoy Kyoto'\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisually appealing with Japanese language and collage-like layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alexandra Corrin-Tachibana\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePage Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 21, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 129 x 6 x 198mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 73g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1784633925\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-1784633929\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the depth and innovation of \u003cem\u003eSkinship\u003c\/em\u003e, a collection that offers both profound insight and captivating artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"by Alexandra Corrin-Tachibana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58018078327166,"sku":"1784633925","price":9.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/3919\/1207\/files\/91MgFi0FdML.jpg?v=1789217767","url":"https:\/\/www.yachew.com\/products\/skinship-salt-modern-poets","provider":"Yachew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}