Peter Mackay explores the intersections of language and culture through his poetry, deriving inspiration from both Scottish and Irish literature, reflecting on the beauty of his multilingual upbringing.
As Scotland's youngest makar, Mackay acknowledges the great tradition of past poets and expresses his delight in the role while recognizing the many voices that will follow.
Mackay reflects on his childhood, stating, 'I grew up in a community where there was so much music, so much song, so many stories, that meant it was always legitimate to write and be a storyteller.'
His ambitions as makar involve enhancing the relationship of languages and their cultural significance—a theme prevalent in both his poetry and academic work.
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