Publisher's Synopsis
Robert Spice is an inspiring writer of great humor, wit, and insight who weaves a tapestry of poetry that all can enjoy. Employing multiple styles and forms, there is something for everyone in When Stars Stand Still. Take a rollicking flight across the stratosphere or simply muse by the side of the sea. As he states in the first line, "I do not write in words obscure," but make no mistake, he will draw you into this enchanting world of poetry. Each poem tells an individual tale: from the mysterious Vagabond Poet; to the historical H. B. Ivins, Horseshoer; to the intriguing world of The Master, the Mistress, and the Hawk Trilogy. There are echoes in this volume of many beloved poets from the past: Emerson, Dickinson, Frost, and Cummings, to mention just a few. If you have never read poetry before, begin with this book; if you've loved poetry all your life, add When Stars Stand Still to your collection.
