The Lull and the Whirlwind

‘The Lull and the Whirlwind’ is a debut poetry collection that features 116 poems written by the author over a span of three years, covering two different decades. The earliest few poems were written in the 1980s, while the majority of the collection was written in the current decade of the 21st century, marking a distinct separation of four decades. The book provides an intimate look at the world through the poet’s eyes, offering a personal account of his experiences and encounters. The poet draws inspiration from his own thoughts and emotions, and the collection encompasses a wide range of themes, including childhood, adolescence, nature, introspection, romance, fun and frolic, and even antics. The poems are meant to be a transparent portrayal of the poet’s feelings, conveying the bright sunshine, dark and dismal nights, upheavals, and everything he has gone through. The sincerity of the portrayal is evident in the poet’s quest to convey the interplay between the mind and matter, and the element of magic pervades throughout the collection. For readers to fully appreciate the collection, it is recommended that they read the poems at their leisure and take in the printed matter at ease. They can immerse themselves in the plethora of emotions conveyed by the poems, and be swept off their feet by the sheer depth and intensity of the writing.