Andromeda, and Other Poems

A striking opening sets the tone, plunging listeners into a myth‑laden seascape where an ancient, dark‑haired community wrestles with fear, famine and the wrath of unseen deities. The poem’s rich, almost theatrical language mixes the cadence of epic legend with intimate, ritualistic detail, inviting the ear to hear both the crash of waves and the soft murmur of prayer. From there the collection unfurls a kale­doscope of forms—ballads, sonnets, lyrical sketches and witty parodies—that wander through history, folklore and everyday moments.

Among the varied pieces, you’ll encounter playful titles such as “The Bad Squire” and “A Christmas Carol,” alongside solemn meditations like “The Dead Church” and “The Longbeards’ Saga.” The poet’s voice shifts effortlessly, at times dry‑humored, at others reverent, always vivid in its description of people, places and strange creatures. This anthology offers a compact yet diverse listening experience, rewarding those who love language that both sings and tells.