The Flower of Old Japan, and Other Poems

This modest volume gathers two long poems that swirl between childlike wonder and quiet contemplation. The opening piece conjures a fantastical Japan that never existed, built from the patterns on a porcelain plate and the wide‑eyed fantasies of a young mind. Its images drift like silk‑threaded light, offering readers a chance to linger on the delicate balance of dream and reality.

The second poem continues the meditation, turning the simple act of a flower’s bloom into a meditation on self‑sacrifice, paradox, and the mystery of existence. Through playful language and gentle irony, the verses invite listeners to recall the world as seen through a child’s eyes—where a grain of sand might hold a universe. While the poems hint at philosophical depth, they remain accessible, encouraging a soft curiosity rather than demanding scholarly analysis. The collection feels like a quiet conversation with the infinite, whispered from a garden at sunrise.