In a Time of Distance: And Other Poems by Alexander McCall Smith Paperback Book

Description: In a Time of Distance by Alexander McCall Smith, Iain McIntosh What really counts in this life? For the writer, Alexander McCall Smith, it is friendship and love themes that crop up time and again in his novels. And it is these themes that he explores in this, his debut collection of poems. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description What really counts in this life? For the writer, Alexander McCall Smith, it is friendship and love themes that crop up time and again in his novels. And it is these themes that he explores in this collection of poems, with moments that swoop and soar, and descriptions that will make you laugh and realign your view.This collection reminds us to look at the world differently, to stop once in while and look up at the sky. Author Biography Alexander McCall Smith is the author of the highly successful No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series, which has sold over twenty-five million copies. Since then he has devoted his time to the writing of fiction and has seen his various series of books translated into over forty-six languages and become bestsellers throughout the world. These include the 44 Scotland Street novels, first published as a serial novel in the Scotsman, the Isabel Dalhousie novels, the Von Igelfeld series and the Corduroy Mansions novels.Iain McIntosh has illustrated many of Alexander McCall Smiths books, including the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency and 44 Scotland Street series. Review His poetic voice is conversational, companionable, friendly ... It is such books, books like this one, that in a time of strident and dishonest polemics readers should attend to with a feeling ear -- Allan Massie * The Scotsman *The many admirers of the fiction of Alexander McCall Smith will be totally charmed by a book of poems he has produced. He reveals the same genial, quietly wise persona, whether offering gentle philosophy about life, writing about the seven hills of Edinburgh or running an elegant series of sonnets * The Herald *A book to treasure and return to through the year and across the years. All the poems inspire reflection, and an empathetic urge to take in the world through the eyes of others * LoveReading *McCall Smith never beats the big drum or shouts his wares in the marketplace. His poetic voice is conversational, companionable, friendly * Yorkshire Post *I had no idea the much-loved novelist AMS wrote poetry until a beautiful meditation dropped into my inbox during the strange days of Big Lockdown ... If you had never read one of his novels, these poems would make you love a writer whose optimism and grace give you hope for the world, its beauty revealed afresh * Daily Mail *Explores a wide array of themes including journeys, books, animals and places in what would be deemed light verse. The stand-out works in this collection speak volumes in our volatile, Covid-19 afflicted world. The tile poem beautifully portrays how the pandemic has allowed us the opportunity to reconnect with a true sense of happiness. Offers a cosy form of escapism through poetry thats easily accessible for all readers * Dundee Courier, Scottish Book of the Week *A wonderful collection of Alexanders poems which has given great comfort to us all in this rotten time weve all had -- Brett Wolstencroft, Daunt BooksA moment of hope. Thank you -- James Naughtie, 5 x 15This collection, which examines the themes of friendship and love, is a joyous affirmation of [McCall Smiths] infatuation with the form. Delivered in his trademark genial, conversational style … accessible and highly enjoyable * Scottish Field * Details ISBN184697660X Author Iain McIntosh Pages 160 Publisher Birlinn General Edition Description New in Paperback Year 2024 Illustrator Iain McIntosh ISBN-13 9781846976605 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-03-07 Imprint Polygon An Imprint of Birlinn Limited Subtitle And Other Poems Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom Alternative 9781846975622 Illustrations Line drawings, black and white Audience General UK Release Date 2024-03-07 AU Release Date 2024-06-13 ISBN-10 184697660X We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160900454;

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