Verses

<p>A collection of contemporary poetry by independent author Chris Gill. Penned over the course of a decade <em>Verses</em> details the writer’s journey into adulthood as he reflects on his past present and future. It also makes observations about the world on a social political and spiritual scale which will leave you deep in thought and often able to relate.</p><p>The collection is split into six parts that tackle issues on both a macro and micro scale. Kicking off with the confessional <em>Catacombs</em> the book promises to take its reader on an existential trip as the author picks apart fragments of his memory. The book then continues with <em>Escape to the Docks</em> a darker even haunting section that presents the reader with a narrative of the writer’s student life. Expect themes ranging from hedonism to suicide.</p><p>The third part of the book titled <em>Home</em> reverts back in time to the author’s childhood. Here we’re given an intimate insight into the poet's early years through dream-like prose. The fourth section of the book <em>Wires</em> sees the experimental writer turn far more outward as he openly expresses his political views and concerns about the environment. This section includes the epic poem <em>Wires</em> which takes the reader on a powerful exploration into the author’s inner psyche.</p><p>The final two parts <em>Oracles under City Lights</em> and <em>The Other Side</em> follow Chris’ life in both London and Sydney with all the lessons taught along the way through the people he encountered and situations he found himself in.</p><p>If you think poetry is dull and outdated <em>Verses</em> will open your mind and give you a taste of how contemporary poetry looks sounds and feels. It proves that poetry just like any other art form exists to provoke emotion and empathy within its reader; leaving you enthralled and wanting more.</p>