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". [1] He continues to be active, for example performing in the 2005 Poetry Olympics at the Royal Albert Hall [2]
A brilliant mimic, he could imitate Harold Wilson very well.[3]
See also
References
- ^ Guardian obituary Accessed 5 August 2008.
- ^ Independent article Accessed 5 August 2008.
- ^ The Guardian November 16 2000 p.17
- Lucie-Smith, Edward (1970), British Poetry since 1945
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