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The Island Man Sings His Song: A Collection of Poems

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This is trully a masterpeice. This is by far one of Giftus' greatest works. The poems took me back to my youthful days growing up in Salisbury. It brought back fun memories of listening and sharing stories, and riddles under clear moonlight skies. "The Island Man Sings His Song" is as real as I remember. For those who forgot or did not have the uniques opportunity to experience life in Dominica, "The Island Man SIngs His Song" takes you there. It is a great educational tool. I highly recommend it.

I have the pleasure of knowing Giftus John, so my comments may appear biased. BUT I know other published poets and you won't see any of my positive comments around their work, and that's because I consider Giftus' poetry to be that of a truly inspired writer with music coming out of his pen. He has the absolute right to use the words "Sings" and "Songs" in his title.

Several of the poems harken back to Giftus' days in Dominica, as he reexamines the joys and the pains of his youth. But it isn't a total introspection, as he applies the same lessons he'd learned to the youthful experiences of his own young children. Many other poems reflect the adult Giftus, now in New Jersey. There's a melancholy longing in these poems but never does he give into self-pity. He always has that music, he always has his island songs to get him through. And we are better for that, too.

Giftus John continues to "Sing" like a true Island man. As I read his poems, I was taken on a journey back home - to Dominica. The art and richness of the collection is a treasure. I strongly encourage the purchase and enjoyment of "The Island Man Sings His Song." It captures with authenticity, the essence of what Dominicans experience at home and abroad. This is definitely one of Giftus' best works.