Through Time, Through Space

Modern Science has brought questions of Time and Space very much into focus, providing new links between Past, Present and Future. This aura of discovery seems to influence our poetic consciousness too, judging by the depth of self-examination contained in many of the poems in this collection. Negative emotions such as anger, aggression, arrogance and hatred are confronted and the desire to seek the renewal of self is a common theme. The dichotomy of our natures is well expressed in many poems and also the creative power of love. Another important issue addressed is the brevity of our time, both in a personal sense and also for the human race. On a more positive note, several poets recall images which have become a part of their psyche, memories which continue to refresh the spirit. It may be a field of wild flowers or a particular river which intensifies a contemplative mood. I think we all seek those sharp images from the past to condense our poems. Even if we fail to find the apt phrase at least the pleasure of the recalled memory remains within us. One day it might transform itself into a song and you'll wonder where that came from This is a book that surely deserves to be read. T.B.]