Poetry is a fascinating use of language.
But can any Nation say they have an equivalent of Robbie B.
Many nations have produced outstanding poets who they would gladly have represent their Culture.
In this series we look at individual poets who have shaped and influenced their craft and cement their place in our heritage.
With almost a million words at its command it is not surprising that these Isles have produced some of the most beautiful, moving and descriptive verse through the centuries.
Poetry is a fascinating use of language