Jack The Stripper

The collection showcases a range of emotions and styles, from bitter comedy to poignant elegy, reflecting contemporary life's complexities. The speaker employs sharp irony and satire, critiquing both society and himself, while addressing themes of lost literature and competing ideologies. With pieces like the humorous skit on Arthur Conan Doyle, the poems offer a contrarian perspective that challenges conventional thinking, making Paul Sutton a vital voice in modern poetry.