Stunningly crafted, lively, readable and accessible, Man of Stone offers a compelling mix of intimacy, alcoholism, writing, love and despair. Share the essence of John Irvine?s soul through these free-spirited poems. John Irvine's poems have a strong sense of narrative, painting a kind of poetic self-portrait. This man is an astute observer of life; the imagery is nothing short of astounding. His poems have a perceivable texture as they weave their way through his life. His is a journey that follows an escape route from conventionality, evokes vivid images of an inner struggle, exposes the sharpness of a rebellious edge and challenges your thinking. Ingenious, at times outrageous, funny and fresh!
