Description
Discover Julian Croft's evocative collection, "Ocean Island," a poetic journey that beautifully captures the essence of the NSW coast and its hinterland. Perfect for poetry enthusiasts and lovers of nature, this work encourages deep reflection on self, society, and place through its profound meditative arcs. Each of the seven sections unfolds a narrative that intricately blends personal memory with the natural landscape, showcasing Croft's rich and vivid vocabulary. Readers will be captivated by the seamless transition from childhood explorations to the scenic vistas of Newcastle and New England. The imagery of heavy industry and the tranquility of sea-verge is crafted with a classical poise, reflecting on change and the passage of time. Water and earth interplay beautifully in these tender and thought-provoking verses, inviting readers to meditate on their connection to the familiar yet transformative elements around them. This brand new edition, published by John Leonard Press in 2009 and bearing ISBN 9780977578733, is an essential addition to any poetry collection. Enjoy free shipping on your order, with delivery taking up to 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, please note that it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780977578733
Year: 2009
Publisher: John Leonard Press
Description:
Julian Croft's imaginative territory will be familiar to many from his earlier collections of poetry - a swathe of the NSW coast and hinterland, and its people. The intensity of the meditation of self into society and place feels new. Ocean Island has seven meditative arcs that scope onto one another, presenting key dimensions of a life in recall; with an exotic and exact vocabulary for nuance, scientific, philosophical or local. From narrow walls of childhood 'games' to the topography of Newcastle - its lake land, sea-verge, heavy industry and earthquake - to the pristine surfaces of New England, place becomes the evocation of a life. And time is its medium. Julian Croft writes poems of a classical poise; their vibrancy is in poising, with a historical understanding, upon change. Water and earth, the elements of place, are part of it. See for instance the beautiful final ode.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780977578733
Year: 2009
Publisher: John Leonard Press
Description:
Julian Croft's imaginative territory will be familiar to many from his earlier collections of poetry - a swathe of the NSW coast and hinterland, and its people. The intensity of the meditation of self into society and place feels new. Ocean Island has seven meditative arcs that scope onto one another, presenting key dimensions of a life in recall; with an exotic and exact vocabulary for nuance, scientific, philosophical or local. From narrow walls of childhood 'games' to the topography of Newcastle - its lake land, sea-verge, heavy industry and earthquake - to the pristine surfaces of New England, place becomes the evocation of a life. And time is its medium. Julian Croft writes poems of a classical poise; their vibrancy is in poising, with a historical understanding, upon change. Water and earth, the elements of place, are part of it. See for instance the beautiful final ode.