Gleeful, gloomy, mischievous and manic, our canine friends often mirror our moods. In this collection of verse Barbara Blackman, best-selling author of Glass after Glass, displays acerbic wit and playful charm to capture the unique place of dogs in our lives and language. Dog lovers may recognise themselves and their companions among the lines
This year, Adelaide Festival Writers' Week is dedicated to Australia's leading living poet, A.D. Hope. Millions of students have read his poems, but this exciting new selection is the only edition in print. Prose selections include notorious reviews of writers like Patrick White, essays on poetry, and fresh notebook material.
The Poets and Perspectives Series has been applauded —by students, poets, critics and educators—for stimulating enjoyment and interest. It combines information and critical essays in the same volume as a sampling of each poets finest work. Titles include: Poets and Perspectives: John Foulcher; Poets and Persepctives: Kate Llewellyn; Poets and ......
From the highly acclaimed author of Brooklyn, Colm Tóibíns first collection of poetry explores sexuality, religion and belonging through a modern lens.
Fans of Colm Tóibíns novels, including The Magician, The Master and Nora Webster, will relish the opportunity to re-encounter Tóibín in ......
This is not a book you read once and toss in the cupboard. This book will become dog-eared and tattered as your re-read it and pass it around. It’s your go-to book to get a great big taste of Australia. And with Muz’s poetry the flavour is always spot on.
A ripping collection of Australian yarns and poems from the much-loved Murray Muz Hartin including his most well-known, Turbulence and the haunting Rain From Nowhere.
The Uncertainty Principle is a thoughtful collection of poems based on the author’s experience and broad learning. Chris Wallace-Crabbe (founding director of the Australian Centre and, more recently, chair of the peak artistic body, Australian Poetry Limited) in his testimonial for the book, wrote the following:
“Acute, concise and frequently ......
A new edition of the successful debut poetry book from platinum ARIA accredited artist Ziggy Alberts, brainwaves - the photo edition, explores life's experiences and emotions, inwards and out. Deeply personal, frank, insightful, yet relatable, Alberts uncovers his introspective thoughts and lessons learned in conscious and intentional living. In ......
A debut collection of poetry from double platinum ARIA accreditated artist Ziggy Alberts, brainwaves, exploreslifes experiences and emotions, inwards and out. Deeply personal, frank, insightful yet relatable, Alberts uncovers his introspective thoughts and lessons learned in conscious and intentional living.
