Overview
This celebratory anthology explores human connection through forty-four poems carefully curated by the host of the internationally acclaimed Poetry Unbound podcast. With an observant eye, Pádraig Ó Tuama shares an enlightening meditation on each poem, revealing the ways we relate to each other, the world around us and ourselves. Blending humour with insight, tension with tenderness, complexity with care, this collection articulates the power of poetry itself; it illuminates aspects of the human condition, particularly the ways we are inextricably linked to each other, and provides inspiration for grounded self-reflection. 44 Poems on Being with Each Other features a remarkable and refreshing range of exceptional poems from around the world including contributions from Wendy Cope, Constantine P. Cavafy, Chen Chen, Joy Harjo, Patricia Smith and many more. It is an anthology that will delight readers just as Pádraig's podcast has done for millions around the world.
Full Product Details
Author: Pádraig Ó Tuama
Publisher: Canongate Books
Imprint: Canongate Canons
Edition: Main - Canons
Dimensions:
Width: 12.90cm
, Height: 2.30cm
, Length: 19.80cm
Weight: 0.292kg
ISBN: 9781837260911
ISBN 10: 1837260915
Pages: 368
Publication Date: 29 January 2026
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
A moment of beauty in a chaotic moment * * NPR * * Essential * * RTE Culture * * Here is a man on a mission, living out his vocation, true to the calling he has found, with all its complications * * Church Times * * Praise for Poetry Unbound: Mesmerising, magical, deeply moving -- ELIF SHAFAK Terrific . . . I have been dipping into this magnificent book with enormous pleasure -- STEPHEN FRY A wonderful anthology of poetry filled with fascinating and thought-provoking commentary -- WILLIAM SIEGHART Pádraig's perspectives have added so much beauty, wonder and comfort to my life, and I would urge everyone to dive into this deeply rewarding book -- CAMILA CABELLO Pádraig's close reading of my ""Wonder Woman"" poem was a gift. I was and am deeply moved -- ADA LIMÓN A gorgeous book. Each stunning poem has been so lovingly selected by Pádraig Ó Tuama and then shared with so much generosity and care . . . An essential selection for poets and poetry lovers alike -- SALENA GODDEN Thought-provoking commentary * * Irish Times * *
A moment of beauty in a chaotic moment * * NPR * * Essential * * RTE Culture * * Thought-provoking commentary * * Irish Times * * Here is a man on a mission, living out his vocation, true to the calling he has found, with all its complications * * Church Times * * Praise for Poetry Unbound: Mesmerising, magical, deeply moving -- ELIF SHAFAK Terrific . . . I have been dipping into this magnificent book with enormous pleasure -- STEPHEN FRY A wonderful anthology of poetry filled with fascinating and thought-provoking commentary -- WILLIAM SIEGHART Pádraig's perspectives have added so much beauty, wonder and comfort to my life, and I would urge everyone to dive into this deeply rewarding book -- CAMILA CABELLO Pádraig's close reading of my ""Wonder Woman"" poem was a gift. I was and am deeply moved -- ADA LIMÓN A gorgeous book. Each stunning poem has been so lovingly selected by Pádraig Ó Tuama and then shared with so much generosity and care . . . An essential selection for poets and poetry lovers alike -- SALENA GODDEN
Author Information
Pádraig Ó Tuama is an Irish poet and theologian. Having worked in conflict resolution for many years, he now presents the podcast Poetry Unbound with On Being studios, which has amassed over thirteen million downloads since its launch in 2020. He splits his time between Belfast and New York City. @padraigotuama | padraigotuama.com
