Seamus Heaney's "Ribbons" poem captures childhood memory of his sisters

A previously unpublished poem by Seamus Heaney, titled "Ribbons," has been released for the first time. The poem evokes a childhood memory of his sisters having their photograph taken. The poem transports readers to a school setting where a photographer is capturing an image of Heaney's sisters. It reflects on the significance of small details, like ribbons in their hair, and the passage of time. "Ribbons" is featured in a new comprehensive collection of Heaney's poetry, which includes other previously unpublished works. The collection aims to trace the arc of his writing life.