Windfall

What does Ireland's nature poetry reveal about us as a people? How does it connect us to our past, our heritage, and the values we strive for? What insights can be found in its language that link us to our innermost selves and our roles within our communities and environment? As diverse as our flora, fauna, and landscapes, Windfall: Irish Nature Poems to Inspire and Connect offers a glimpse into an ever-changing panorama. Jane Carkill's stunning original illustrations of Ireland's vibrant natural world enhance the sense of wonder and magic. Each poem not only celebrates nature but also reflects on the loves and losses of daily life. Award-winning poet Jane Clarke's curation includes some of Ireland's most celebrated poets, such as Seamus Heaney, Eavan Boland, Michael Longley, Paula Meehan, Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill, Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin, and Paul Muldoon. These poems will make you laugh and cry, help you celebrate and mourn, and give voice to what often feels beyond words as we connect with the other living beings that share our island.