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Poems of Time and Eternity
As an Irishman I have been inspired by the many talented poets from my country. The poems in this book are the result of my experiences in a rich and varied life and the fascination I have had with the history and life of my countrymen and countrywomen.
The poems reflect the fact that I have explored many aspects of religion and philosophy in my life and I have come to the conclusion that for me the most important consideration is living a life with compassion and love for others.
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Feelings
Feelings by David Peter Malin Maxfield is a poignant collection of poetry that delves deep into the human heart. Born in Tickhill, Yorkshire, in 1948, Maxfield brings a lifetime of experiences to his work, offering a rich tapestry of emotions that resonate with readers of all backgrounds. His poems traverse a wide range of themes, from tributes to beloved figures like Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth II, to reflections on nature, love, loss, and the human condition.
Through his verses, Maxfield explores life’s most profound moments, encapsulating the essence of joy, sorrow, hope, and despair with remarkable clarity and depth. His work serves as a testament to the power of poetry to capture the complexities of the human spirit, making Feelings a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the emotional landscapes we all navigate. Whether it’s the raw emotion of ‘Suicide’ and ‘Lonely Heart’ or the uplifting spirit of ‘Spring Love’ and ‘First Christmas,’ each poem in this collection is a window into the soul, offering a unique perspective on life’s many facets. This book is a journey through the heart, crafted by a poet who writes with authenticity and passion.
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Feelings
Feelings by David Peter Malin Maxfield is a poignant collection of poetry that delves deep into the human heart. Born in Tickhill, Yorkshire, in 1948, Maxfield brings a lifetime of experiences to his work, offering a rich tapestry of emotions that resonate with readers of all backgrounds. His poems traverse a wide range of themes, from tributes to beloved figures like Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth II, to reflections on nature, love, loss, and the human condition.
Through his verses, Maxfield explores life’s most profound moments, encapsulating the essence of joy, sorrow, hope, and despair with remarkable clarity and depth. His work serves as a testament to the power of poetry to capture the complexities of the human spirit, making Feelings a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the emotional landscapes we all navigate. Whether it’s the raw emotion of ‘Suicide’ and ‘Lonely Heart’ or the uplifting spirit of ‘Spring Love’ and ‘First Christmas,’ each poem in this collection is a window into the soul, offering a unique perspective on life’s many facets. This book is a journey through the heart, crafted by a poet who writes with authenticity and passion.
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Pathetic and Poetic
Is it okay to be pathetic and poetic?
Pathetic & Poetic is an exclusive collection of fifty-five poems exploring what it means to be an adult. The collection tries blending the immature nature of still being young and trying hard to be cool with the harsh reality that it is maybe time to stop being pathetic and start to grow up. The poems pose some interesting and philosophical questions whilst still being utterly ridiculous.
Each poem tells a thought-provoking story each blurring those two behaviours of still wanting to be silly and childlike but also acknowledging that being an adult comes with important consequences and responsibilities. Is it ok to still be a silly adult? Do we have to grow up?
Some of the themes explored include mental health, childhood, curious questions, helpful advice, inspiring tales, quotes, silly songs, vivid memories, grumpy grumps, rants and raves, moans, dislikes, likes, odes, and dedications.
Cover original artwork by Edith Harry.
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Trapped Inside a Tragedy
A Victorian family becomes trapped by their image-obsessed lifestyle, adhering strictly to unhealthy societal expectations. Marjorie is the only one who recognizes the harm in the charade they perform for the rest of high society. Determined to free her relatives from this endless cycle of fallacy, she endeavours to instil in them a desire for authenticity and wholeness.
Will Marjorie succeed in reversing her family’s fate? Or will they remain constrained by the rigid mores of Victorian culture that prize appearance over reality?
Join Marjorie on her thought-provoking and poetic journey of revelation. She fights tirelessly to reveal the truth to loved ones blinded by deeply-rooted expectations, even when met by strong resistance.
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Change
Things change all the time, after all.
Welcome to my book! This is a collection of poems on events that have occurred between 2019 and mid-2023. There was, to my great surprise, a lot of change in my life during this timeframe. However, things have also changed a lot in general from how they were in the past.
As a result, you will probably come to notice that at least some of the poems contradict each other—but that’s just what happens when things change—and I changed with them. I admit, part of me is tempted to disclose the topics of the poems within this book, but that would spoil the mystery of it all, wouldn’t it?
Although all of the poems in this book share my personal thoughts, feelings, and experiences, I am honoured if you find comfort in any of the poems.
I hope you enjoy the book and I sincerely thank you for reading it.
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Notes from a Stressed-out Teen
How does one navigate life? This is a question asked by most teenagers on the planet, as they step on the edge of being an adult. This is a question I’ve asked myself for the longest time, as I traversed breakups and fought exams, questioned the very existence of my meaning, which I then expressed in these poems and extracts from my diary.
The pages inside this book are windows into my soul. Little cries for help from the past couple of years. The paper these poems were written on listened to me when no one else was there.
And now, I hope the words on the paper speak to people, help them realise they’re not alone, promote them to seek help and possibly inspire them to live more.
These poems are not just poems. They’re words from my soul.
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Inspirations
Inspirations is a collection of photographs, each accompanied by a poem depicting Constanze Hawkins’ love of the natural world. The poems capture the thoughts and wonder inspired by the photos. Constanze herself took all of the photographs, mostly near her Perth home on the grounds of the University of Western Australia. Even the photo of the peacock was taken at UWA, which has a few peacocks and peahens roaming freely in its gardens.
The photos accompanying the poems ‘Before the Storm,’ ‘Canal Rocks,’ ‘Ocean Winter,’ and ‘Shrine’ were taken south of Perth in Western Australia’s iconic Margaret River region. Inspirations offers an interesting and at times thought-provoking read as Constanze’s reverence for nature shines through in both image and verse.
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Cornucopia of Poems, Quotes and Short Stories
This book offers poignant observations on overlooked aspects of life, conveyed through accessible writing to widen perspectives. Spanning various themes, I delve beneath the surface details that often escape our awareness, elevating them into consciousness through reflections from an intuitive lens.
My aim is to open up unconventional avenues of exploration beyond the status quo. Rather than adhering to fixed structural formulas, I let the prose flow freely as an organic extension of my authentic self. There is a subtle power when words channel directly from their source within the mind, heart, and soul.
The observations contained in these pages stem from quiet moments of inward attentiveness to what moves me. I find insight in the seemingly mundane, resonating with the extraordinary inherent in ordinary life when we pause to notice. Through spare yet stirring language, I unpack my personal revelations, hoping readers may gain fresh eyes to see the wonder always available just below the veil of habit.
This book is my heart felt offering to everyone to read and to enjoy.
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The Change of Formation Never Enough
In this collection, the author invites readers on a journey of transformation and resilience. Each poem reflects the profound impact of life’s challenges and the strength derived from love, nature, and personal growth. As the author navigates through stages of change, they explore the powerful infusion of love’s energy and the enduring strength that shapes character. This anthology is not only a reflection of the author’s experiences but also a universal exploration of the human spirit’s capacity to evolve through adversity, resonating deeply with readers across time and cultures.
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11:11 Psychoetry
This collection of poetry and ‘psychoetry’ explores themes of anti-authoritarianism, haunted love, and mental health through an intense, passionate personal lens.
With hints of philosophy and touches of sarcasm, the writing style varies dramatically between different poetic voices – echoes of the differing ‘alters’ within the author’s trauma-induced dissociative identity disorder system.
You’ll discover poems penned in radically distinct styles, evoking the complex emotional landscape of living with C-PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain, and childhood trauma. The works dive deep into sexuality, love, spirituality, psychosis, neurodivergence, domestic violence and anarchic political perspectives.
Raw, simple yet profound words excavate the darkest corners of a fragmented self, having unflinching conversations between selves, crying out for self-help and trauma recovery.
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Penny’s Poems
I began my poetic journey at the tender age of eight. Initially, when I shared my poems with my father, he was sceptical, suspecting plagiarism. However, once he believed in my talent, he became a source of encouragement for me to continue writing. My inspiration often springs from moments that deeply move me or bring laughter; I find myself instinctively crafting poems about these experiences. Poetry has become a therapeutic medium for me, allowing me to articulate my feelings and perceptions.
In this collection, I aim to capture and share the beauty of the world, whether it reflects joy or sorrow. These poems are my way of conveying my perspective on the world’s wonders, and as I navigate my twilight years, this sharing feels increasingly vital.
It is my sincere hope that these poems will spark excitement in you, the reader, compelling you to eagerly turn each page and immerse yourself in the world of my poetry.
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