Tony Parsons, author of The Open Secret, All There Is and Nothing Being Everything, writes
“Sometimes, in music or nature, or for no particular reason, there can be a feeling of something other, something beyond . . . like a deeper, fuller sense that is both fascinating and different.
Poetry often holds that whispered wonder that happens through the words in the way that they sing together and point to something unspoken. I have found this with many kinds of poets, including some of the so-called 'spiritual' poets when they aren't being sanctimonious or prescriptive. There is no chance of that with Nick Czernin's work which is joyfully irreverent whilst also being richly profound.
The clarity of the communication is unwavering, and every poem has its own particular take which can illuminate, sometimes with a gentle chuckle.
I am very happy to recommend such a rich expression of passionate wonder.”
About the AuthorNicholas Czernin lives in Asia where he has been based for most of his life. An old-hand traveller, he frequently goes to Africa, India and Nepal, but lives in Thailand. He studied and made long solitary retreats within the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. He now lives with his family in the centre of Bangkok where he says "even the apparent distractions and desires in the country of beautiful women can easily be reduced to nothingness by simply seeing what is not, but if you want distractions, there are plenty." He also says "living surrounded by Vastness, we are already home".