The Howl of the Wolf Rab Noakes translated by Mark Leech

translated by Mark Leech

Poems 1981–2007 and Poetry After 9-11: An Anthology of New York Poets

Do not be misled by the ‘speculative’ in the title

Ziba Karbassi

The Howl of the Wolf Rab Noakes translated by Mark LeechA man does battle with a wolf, two sworn brothers lock horns literally as they drink and brag the night away and an old man turns to his flame bellied stove for comfort when facing a bitter winter alone. These are just some of the fascinating folk who inhabit the magical stories of Hong Ke. Set in Xinjiang, the gateway between China and Middle Asia, The Howl of the Wolf paints a colourful picture of frontier life in all its earthy glory.