Shape of the Heart: New Poems

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Kevin Ireland's words pop like seaweed pods, whether he is: honouring friendships - making sourdough bread - grinning at the weather gods - wondering why he slept in - marvelling at the miracle of a shower - giving advice to writers - analysing chance remarks and philosophical paradoxes - celebrating the benefits of a failing memory - circumnavigating childhood, ageing and death ... or just having fun, which he does refreshingly often. Shape of the Heart sparkles with poems that take us from brain to heart, sometimes detouring to unexpected places (such as the belly button), but most often in a direct and delightful line.

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In Kevin Ireland's 87th year Shape of the Heart is his 26th book of poems. He has also published novels, short stories, memoirs, a book on fishing and another on growing old. Awards include an honorary doctorate, the 2004 Prime Minister's Award for Literary Achievement and the 2006 A.W. Reed Award for his contribution to New Zealand writing.