Wednesday 14 November at 7.00 p.m.

The first ‘Poems on the Underground’ appeared in 1986, the brainchild of writers and friends Judith Chernaik, Gerard Benson and Cicely Herbert. More than a quarter of a century later they are still appearing, and have become an indispensable part of the commuting life of many millions of Londoners. In celebration of the longevity of this remarkable project, and to mark the tube’s imminent 150th birthday, Penguin have produced a beautiful anthology of some of the favourite poems to have been featured over the years. The three founders and co-editors will be at the shop to talk about ‘Poems on the Underground’, and to present readings by four of the poets included in the anthology.