Bøker av Burgham Peter Burgham

Whisper On The Shore is an uplifting mix of lyrical and sentimental verse, with a dash of humour. Against a backdrop of UK coastal imagery, it explores the ups and downs of relationships in a turbulent world, a world of 'burning skies'. Written with the author's customary dexterity and accessible style, the poems are easy to read but will reward more detailed inspection. Another intriguing addition to the author's repertoire."I see the Memphis in your lips the Motown in your hipsI hear the cocktail of Manhattan the sapphire and flamenco red the rainbow jazz progression..."

Tribute Night at the Social in its original version was awarded 3rd prize in the 2017 Yeovil ''Writing Without Restrictions'' competition. The setting is the fictional Bannockpace Sports & Social Club, and the open mic event for poets is ''hosted'' by a one famous comedian and ''gatecrashed'' by another !Each poetic tribute is presented with skill, affection and humour by the author, whose Liverpudlian roots are in evidence throughout. This book is a follow-up to his debut collection, Bird''s Eye View.Welcome to a bright new voice in contemporary light verse.