Bøger af Harry Matthews

Embark on a poetic journey with the 9th volume of Harry Matthews' extraordinary work, where every verse is an awakening, a reminder of the beauty that surrounds us - from the vast expanse of the sea to the tranquil serenity of the beach, and the majestic allure of the mountains. This collection, featuring a selection of his most important and spirit-stirring poems, celebrates the essence of wild swimming and the natural world.In these pages, Matthews' verses paint a vivid tapestry of the diverse seascapes, encapsulating the beauty and raw power of nature. Building on the profound legacy of his previous volume, "Idylls" (2021), this collection offers a fresh and invigorating perspective, blending forthright honesty with visionary inspiration. Each poem is a gust of fresh sea breeze, revitalizing the soul of the reader.Handpicked by the publisher, these insightful and lesser-known poems showcase Matthews' unique style and imaginative prowess. This collection is not just a set of verses; it's an imaginative casting of experiences, a testament to the poet's continuous elevation of the craft. Harry Matthews distills the very essence of poetry, creating verses that resonate with the heart and linger in the mind.

Idylls of the Nymphai from a Mantic Coracle is Harry Matthews'' seventh poetry collection. In it the author takes us on a journey with the Nymphs from the vantage point of a mantic coracle. This, the poet explains, is a congenial vessel for prophetic utterance, a means of catching fish mid-river as much as landing poems that evoke a dreamy, pastoral world.

True to the God in You is Harry Matthews' sixth poetry collection. It is a substantial selection from the latter half of 2020. A depth of feeling resonates throughout these inspirational poems. It is a epiphany for the spirit. It transports the reader imaginatively. As William Blake said: 'If the reader 'could enter into these Images in Imagination, approaching them on the Fiery Chariot of Contemplative Thought...Enter into Noah's Rainbow or into his bosom, or could make a Friend and Companion of these Images of Wonder...then would he arise from his Grave, and...be happy.'