Explore the vibrant atmosphere of Philadelphia's dive bars through vivid descriptions and colorful imagery. This book captures the unique character and charm of each venue, highlighting their eclectic decor, diverse clientele, and the stories that unfold within their walls. Readers will discover the local culture, renowned drinks, and the sense of community that make these bars beloved spots for both locals and visitors. Perfect for anyone seeking an authentic experience of the city's nightlife.
"In Symbiosis, words spring up from starved soil, an esoteric chant in two parts between Patricia and Brian, man and land, earth and sky, star and universe, simple stone and the concept of creation. Poems rise like soldiering trunks in spite of the weeds spreading lazy across the land. Part gnostic, part naturalist though always a conduit of alchemy, these are journeys between heaven and hell, black water, hidden gates and wings - from damselfly to doves, freshly alight in the olive garden. This duo are Monk and Gypsy, on route separately towards the circumference of all things, being burnt and beaten, being jabbed and bettered. Here, two very distinctive voices shimmer off each other in their fearless flight and descent into the underworld. Language here is limited but lush, it gathers on the tongue, teases poietic on the buds before winding its way to the guts of an amber sun sinking into the sea, that will swell with rejuvenation when day turns back to light. Symbiosis - circular and sensate, from devote to agnostic, there is a song here for everyone, and for everyone, there is a place. Between the flame and the flood and the next spark in the continuum, this genesis of a collection draws the reader in, like a cool glass of water at the back end of the desert." - Damien B Donnelly Poetry
"Liar Liar" is a much-needed response to the myriad of dangers we all face in an increasingly challenging Covid world, and examines the disturbing lack of coherent response to that challenge from our constitutional governments and how the people of the UK and USA in particular have suffered, often times paying with their lives. Brian McManus paints compelling lyrical word pictures of the distressing tales of ordinary, everyday people who find their lives torn asunder, and the dearth of both intellect and ability amongst our political leadership for managing and directing a meaningful response to such an all-encompassing pandemic. If you haven't read a book of poetry for a while you need to pick this one up - today.
These six brilliantly enthralling stories will have you laughing and crying
and desperate to know what happens next. They depict a nineteenth-century
Ireland steeped in the supernatural in which both humans and fairies refuse to
be defeated in their quest for the freedom to govern their own lives.
