About the book
Poems greet Kevin Ireland in the morning with a crafty smile,
or fly into his kitchen out of nowhere. Some dream themselves into his mind, or twist a bottle-cap and offer to share a cup of friendship. Lively words vie for places in his poems, or catch alight from cheerful thoughts. They are never predictable, because...
Incongruity lies at the heart of poetry.
Words in verse so often can suggest a kind of
double-take on what we think we’ve seen – and aim
to open up our minds to the uncustomary.
Kevin Ireland’s 27th collection is brimful of poems that do all this and more. Whether he is writing about writing, ruminating on the mixed blessings of ageing, or reflecting on love and other viruses, Kevin’s poems are peppered with wry humour and celebrate a sparkling pleasure in life, with all its contradictions, balls-ups, mysteries, happiness and richness.
Editions of JUST LIKE THAT
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780995143739
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Poems greet Kevin Ireland in the morning with a crafty smile,
or fly into his kitchen out of nowhere. Some dream themselves into his mind, or twist a bottle-cap and offer to share a cup of friendship. Lively words vie for places in his poems, or catch alight from cheerful thoughts. They are never predictable, because...
Incongruity lies at the heart of poetry.
Words in verse so often can suggest a kind of
double-take on what we think we’ve seen – and aim
to open up our minds to the uncustomary.
Kevin Ireland’s 27th collection is brimful of poems that do all this and more. Whether he is writing about writing, ruminating on the mixed blessings of ageing, or reflecting on love and other viruses, Kevin’s poems are peppered with wry humour and celebrate a sparkling pleasure in life, with all its contradictions, balls-ups, mysteries, happiness and richness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is JUST LIKE THAT about?
Poems greet Kevin Ireland in the morning with a crafty smile,
or fly into his kitchen out of nowhere. Some dream themselves into his mind, or twist a bottle-cap and offer to share a cup of friendship. Lively words vie for places in his poems, or catch alight from cheerful thoughts. They are never predictable, because...
Incongruity lies at the heart of poetry.
Words in verse so often can suggest a kind of
double-take on what we think we’ve seen – and aim
to open up our minds to the uncustomary.
Kevin Ireland’s 27th collection is brimful of poems that do all this and more. Whether he is writing about writing, ruminating on the mixed blessings of ageing, or reflecting on love and other viruses, Kevin’s poems are peppered with wry humour and celebrate a sparkling pleasure in life, with all its contradictions, balls-ups, mysteries, happiness and richness.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in JUST LIKE THAT?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Poetry / Poems > Poetry / poems by individual poets
Where can I read a sample of JUST LIKE THAT?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780995143739
How long is JUST LIKE THAT and how many pages does it have?
JUST LIKE THAT has 80 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book JUST LIKE THAT?
Kevin Ireland
Who is the Publisher of the book JUST LIKE THAT?
Quentin Wilson Publishing
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
JUST LIKE THAT is available as paperback(ISBN 9780995143739)
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