Book Of Upside Down Thinking: a magical & unexpected collection by poet Brian Patten

The Book of Upside Down Thinking is a magical collection of verse written in Morocco and inspired by traditional folk-tales and stories from the Near and Middle East, published fifty years after the publication of `The Mersey Sound`. It features colorful hand-drawn tile illustrations and original poems that show the world from a different perspective.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 96 pages
\n Publication date: 09 May 2018
\n Publisher: from you to me Limited
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The Book of Upside Down Thinking, penned by the renowned Liverpool poet Brian Patten, is a captivating collection of verse that was crafted in Morocco and drew inspiration from traditional folktales and stories from the Near and Middle East. These tales, many of which date back to the eleventh century, have been skillfully woven into the fabric of this enchanting book. This beautifully designed masterpiece showcases vibrant hand-drawn tile illustrations alongside Brian's original poems, which offer a fresh and unconventional perspective on the world. Published fifty years after the release of "The Mersey Sound," the groundbreaking poetry collection co-authored with fellow Liverpudlians Roger McGough and the late Adrian Henri in 1967, The Book of Upside Down Thinking marks a significant milestone in Brian's literary journey. Witty, contemporary, and written in accessible language, this collection revolutionized the landscape of British poetry. Since then, Brian has continued to excel in the realm of poetry, publishing numerous award-winning works and children's books. With The Book of Upside Down Thinking, he is poised to challenge our preconceived notions and take our thinking to new heights once again.

\n Weight: 246g\n
Dimension: 158 x 157 x 14 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781907860102\n \n