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The poem explores the complexities of memory and relationships through the speaker's reflections on an absent partner. With a mix of whimsy and passion, it delves into shared experiences, raising unanswerable questions about their past. The tone oscillates between nostalgia and mockery, leaving readers to ponder whether the speaker seeks to revive a lost love or confront an old grudge. Glover's work captures the essence of longing and the elusive nature of human connections.

Exploring the profound connection between poetry and the human experience, Michael Glover pays tribute to Van Gogh's artistic brilliance through a collection of poems. Each piece reflects the transformative power of poetry as a means of consolation and healing, echoing Van Gogh's belief in its ability to resonate with our innermost selves. This homage captures the essence of both the artist and the emotional depth of his work.

- The ultimate insider's guide to London's hidden art treasures for locals and experienced travelers - Features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides - Part of the international 111 Places series with over 650 titles and 3.8 million copies in print worldwide - Appeals to both the local market (more than 8.9 million people call London home) and the tourist market (around 30 million people visit London every year!) - Fully illustrated with 111 full-page color photographs The hidden art of London is for the ever-curious roamer of both the back streets and the familiar places you never quite see - churches, gardens, graveyards, pubs. What little garden finds the poet John Keats sitting in the corner of a bench? Which abandoned building tells the story of a great Roman Road? There are always marvels hidden in plain view - the back corner of a museum containing great sculptures by Rodin or the naked, street-corner golden boy, who marks where the Great Fire of London finally petered out. A famous literary cat or a painting by Hogarth on the bend of a stairs in an ancient hospital. This guidebook takes you exploring London beyond its most famous sights to find the art we have never quite noticed before: the hidden statues, paintings, and murals that have escaped from the official museums, and often live unnoticed lives in tucked away places.

Exploring the nature of poetry, this book delves into how it transports readers to unforeseen realms. It questions whether the journey is driven by the poet's unique style or the reader's personal interpretation and imagination. This thought-provoking examination invites readers to reflect on their own experiences with poetry and the interplay between the creator and the audience.

The narrative explores a character's obsession with words, reveling in their beauty and complexity found in dictionaries. This individual feels rejected by others, who are overwhelmed by the sheer abundance of language. Living in a world of rich vocabulary, the character embraces a solitary existence dedicated to the exploration and admiration of words, disregarding societal norms and personal hygiene. The pursuit of linguistic treasures becomes a profound, albeit isolating, passion, raising questions about communication and the value of language itself.

Poet, writer and art critic, Michael Glover brings us this collection of amusing, thought-provoking heart-warming and, in at least one case, revolting, tales. As a poet he finely weights each word before placing it deftly.

This poetry collection explores themes of unexpected encounters and the complexities of existence through vivid imagery and playful interactions. Michael Glover introduces a whimsical Harlequin-Fish and engages in dialogues with the ghost of Thomas Gray and an elusive deity named Gottlieb. The poems reflect on love, loss, and the profound questions of life, as seen through the lens of an old man's bittersweet experience with Cupid and a stone's potential thoughts on the fierce Amelia.

Set in a warm French holiday, the narrative follows artist Ruth Dupré as she encounters a swarm of exotic bugs. Rather than resorting to traditional pest control methods, she chooses to observe and document their unique characteristics and behaviors. Using delicate Japanese paper, Ruth transforms these insects into subjects of her art, highlighting their quirks and oddities in a creative and thoughtful manner. This approach reflects her appreciation for nature and the beauty found in its smallest creatures.

The collection explores the nature of inspiration through poetry inspired by images of ordinary people, revealing their complex backstories. Each brief poem captures fleeting moments, inviting readers to reflect on the stories behind everyday life. Michael Glover's work encourages deeper observation, suggesting that by truly engaging with our surroundings, we can uncover the myriad narratives that shape human experience. The poems provoke thought, leaving readers with lingering questions about the lives depicted.

This is by no means a work of chauvinistic self-congratulations; it is rather a distinguished historian's assessment of the last great invasion scare the British Isles have endured since the Martello towers were built in 1805.