Let Them Eat Chaos by Kae Tempest
Let Them Eat Chaos by Kae Tempest is a long poem written for live performance, following seven neighbours on the same London street during a night disrupted by a storm. The listing describes a short, voice-led work addressing isolation and social division, rather than a conventional narrative novel.
At a glance
- A long poem structured around seven neighbours living on one London street.
- The listing presents it as a work written for live performance and also heard on an album of the same name.
- Its themes include loneliness, alienation, social division and the possibility of connection.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The interwoven neighbours and late-night storm provide a clear, dramatic framework for the poem.
- At 80 pages, it is a relatively short print work for readers seeking a compact poetic narrative.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Picador |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 6 Oct. 2016 |
| Edition | Main Market |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 80 pages |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
| Dimensions | 19.7 x 0.7 x 15.3 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 132 g |
| ISBN-10 | 1509830006 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1509830008 |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes emotionally difficult lives involving damage, addiction and loneliness, alongside social and environmental concerns. Its subject matter may not suit readers looking for light or escapist poetry.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers of contemporary poetry and performance writing.
- Those interested in ensemble narratives about urban isolation and social connection.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a long conventional novel or light subject matter.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
80% 80% - 4 stars
11% 11% - 3 stars
6% 6% - 2 stars
1% 1% - 1 star
2% 2%
The aggregate ratings lean strongly positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a smaller spread of lower ratings shows that responses are not uniformly positive. Ratings alone do not explain what readers liked or disliked, so they offer limited guidance on whether this performance-oriented, socially serious poem will suit an individual reader.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of book is Let Them Eat Chaos?
The listing describes it as a long poem written for live performance, centred on seven neighbours in London.
How long is the print edition?
The listing gives a print length of 80 pages.
What subjects does the poem explore?
Its description focuses on loneliness, alienation, social division and the chance for neighbours to connect.
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