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Poets against the Bomb
An event organised by CND pits the bomb against poetry. Hear artists who hoped that words and rhymes could put an end to destructive times.
Overview
The power of words and language should never be underestimated. As peaceful protests go, the evening of poetry organised by the local CND branch at Chelsea Town Hall on 15 April 1981 seems both civilised and moving. Poetry proves a great medium to communicate the anger, fears, questions and absurdities that arise under the threatening shadow of mass destruction.
Among the performers are Ivor Cutler, Adrian Henri, Ruth Fainlight and Harold Pinter.
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