Collection from Cork-born poet submitted ‘in error’ makes TS Eliot Prize shortlist

Among the shortlisted names is fellow Irish poet Jane Clarke, who was born in Roscommon but now lives in Co Wicklow, for her work titled A Change In The Air.

Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin. Picture: Brid O’Donovan/The Gallery Press/PA

A collection from Irish poet Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin has been shortlisted for the TS Eliot Prize despite being submitted by publishers “in error”.

The Map Of The World is among the 10-strong books of poems that have been shortlisted for the prestigious award, narrowed down from 186 applications, it was announced on Tuesday.