Sunflower Part Ii
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Hard-hitting, truthful, raw and challenging; something the author tried to convey when writing his sophomore book Sunflower II. This book moves on with the best styles from before but evolving into an entity of its own. The writing styles again are varied, as a sign of the differences in topics occurring today; all being relevant and sometimes emotional. This book explores the depths of the readers conscience, challenging them to actually make a difference; to stand up for what they believe in. If you are looking for a pick-me up, a read on a long commute to work, or just something different then Sunflower II has this in every way.
Part II is a clear movement from the first in the collection; being more refined, mature and thought-through. The clear message of equality and ecoonomical decline is key to the messages behind the book; whilst being inter-twined with the messages of love, trust and sadness. All poems individually hold separate meanings but as a collective they show how diverse society is; with its multicultural issues that affect everyday life.
Some pomes are direct follow-ups to part one, showing the writers movement from child to young adult; something which based the foundations for the authors passion towards writing the series.
The intial poem Evolution defines clearly how the author has moved forward both in terms of linguistics and maturity. His faith in life and after-life boasts glory and hope; something which other poems such as Given Up & ECG move awayfrom. Clear indications of love shine through, love for the authors spouse, friends, family and those deceased. Family being the central poem to the book is a reflection on the authors feelings towards his entire family structure; with a sense of sombre remorse towards some and joy towards others.
There have only been a select few poems having been illustrated; these forming the key poems to the book. Poems ilustrated are: Carnivore, Hooker, That Child, The Journey of Fatty, and The Three Wise Monkeys. Carnivore is a poem about society, with clear indications towards political groups in the UK and how they have manipulated the economy to suit their needs. Hooker is a poem which has been described by the author as his own thoughts on how people as individuals seek success in such a competitive world; being forced to take high risks and removing anyone who stands in their way. That Child is a direct follow on from Child in part one, being a look-back on how the child has grown and how his story has changed him into what he is today; again being the final poem of the book. The Journey of Fatty is possibly the most personal poem to the author (second to Monsters) as it shows the authors struggle with his weight and his journey with Slimming World; expressing his fondness for the group and yet holding on to the memories of why he actually joined in the first place. The Three Wise Monkeys is a collection of three poems which look at the world and nature; it clearly shows no sign of holding back when attacking the human race as a collective for destroying greenland and the environment.
All in all, Sunflower Part II is the follow-up to a body of work taking over ten years to complete. It is something the author is proud to have worked on and somehting which he hopes will inspire others to do the same.
Andrew Collins
Andrew Collins is a science and history writer who investigates advanced civilizations in prehistory. He is the co-discoverer of a massive cave complex beneath the Giza plateau, now known as “Collins’ Cave.” The author of several books, including Origins of the Gods and Göbekli Tepe: Genesis of the Gods, he regularly appears on radio shows, podcasts, and TV series, including Ancient Aliens, The UnXplained with William Shatner, and Lost Worlds. He lives in Essex, England.
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Sunflower Part Ii - Andrew Collins
Copyright © 2012 by Andrew Collins. 303468-COLL
ISBN: Softcover 978-1-4771-0076-9
ISBN: Ebook 978-1-4771-0077-6
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CONTENTS
Dedication:
Evolution
Crash & Burn
Boxing Day
Future
Life in a Plastic Bag
Little Girl
Me, Myself & I
Multicoloured
Piece of the Action
Regrets
Sunflower
That Day
The Journey of Fatty
All Tied Up
Aurora
ECG
Given Up
You Let Me Down (Played Me Around)
Repeat Prescription
Side by Side
Society
Still Gone
Through the Whispers
Who Do You Think You Are?
Woe from a Broken Soul (Part 5)
Your Lover
Tragedy
The Boy Who Lost Hope
Run
Pleading
Hidden Talent
Changing Sun
Creature Comfort
Family
Fun
New Friend
The C Word
Outlaw
Blind
Carnivore
Fight
Hooker
Listening
Mary Mary
The Three Wise Monkeys Part 1: Sight
The Three Wise Monkeys Part 2: Listen
The Three Wise Monkeys Part 3: Speak
The Forest
The White Road
Urban Elegance
Big Black House
Dirt
Fail
Justify Her Name
Losing Grip
Memories
Monsters
Need
Alive
Grace
Lovestruck
Once Upon A Dream (Part One)
Once Upon a Dream (Part Two)
This Life
Two Heads, One Tale (Non-Italic, Male; Italic, Female)
You (r)
That Child (Part Two of Child; From: Sunflower Part 1)
Dedication:
I would like to dedicate this book to all those who have unique voices but remain unheard; it is from these creatures I drew inspiration, strength, innovation and purpose for the entity of this book. I would like to dedicate this to my entire family. My Nana Moe & Grancha Mick, my Nana Daphne & Didda John, My Mum to whom I miss and cherish and my dad; thank you for your guidance as a child and helping me grow into someone I am proud to be. I would like to dedicate this also to my sisters, to you all I love and have many memories which helped me write this book; and also to my youngest sister Sophie who collaborated on a poem that I truly love. There are many, many more I would like to dedicate this too, and I know deep down they know who they are.
To Rhys; you have given me so much in terms of love, life & inspiration. I would like to take this chance to apologise for any wrongs I may have done, both small and large; I hope that I can only be forgiven and that we can remain happy as we once were and becoming to be again.
To you all I love so much; Yesterday, today and always.
Andrew Collins
Evolution
I’ve evolved in so many ways, so different days from yesterday.
I’ve become a man, I’m amazed at how quick I have changed;
Yet I still feel the same.
Just a fragile little boy proving his worth to the world;
The fairy tale to unfold would soon be heard.
Still holding that glimmer of hope,
Never seeing, yet she knew I’d get here someday.
Paid my dues, paid my debts; living my life to improve my destiny.
No longer dancing on thin ice; don’t need to prove my worth.
Some people laugh while others applaud, but I ignore them all.
I’ve given all I had to give; I sure as hell won’t let them fall.
I’ve evolved in so many ways, so different days to yesterday.
Still the same, but yet I’ve changed?
Gods work is a