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Designed by Andy Arnold, this cover for volume 26, issue 1, creates a self-conscious satirical effect as the magazine nears its 25th anniversary, by depicting the generational difference between the elderly father and his son.

The son's assertion that he will work 'down t'pit' reinforces the regional roots of the magazine despite its international founding editor and prestigious list of contributors, many of whom were students or Gregory Fellows such as Tony Harrison, Jon Glover, Jeffrey Wainwright and Jon Silkin.

Contributions also came from both local and international; Jonathan Brown was based a Park Lane College in Leeds, whilst Brian Purcell sent contributions from Sydney.

CLASSMARK: University of Leeds, A-0.01 POE

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