John Siddique is a celebrated poet and essayist, lauded for his remarkable balancing act and a spirit described as rebellious yet pure. His poems, frequently featured in prominent literary journals and broadcast media, resonate deeply with a diverse readership. Siddique's work explores universal themes with a distinctive voice, earning him recognition as one of his generation's foremost poets. He offers a unique perspective, weaving together profound insights with stylistic grace.
Popular meditation leader and poet John Siddique draws on more than 40 years of practice to offer this uniquely helpful road map to the spiritual journey, highlighting the changes that show us we're making progress and the obstacles that will certainly come up.
Exploring the lunar cycle, the collection delves into themes of longing, doubt, and desire against the backdrop of significant events like the London Bombings. Siddique's poetry captures a year of introspection, reflecting on the human experience and uniting readers in a celebration of love amidst dislocation and uncertainty.
Exploring themes of masculinity and the urgency of life, this collection of poems delves into eroticism and physicality with both robustness and sensitivity. Siddique redefines what it means to be a man in contemporary society, engaging deeply with the present moment. This work represents a significant evolution in the poet's craft, showcasing his most emotionally-charged expressions to date, making it a noteworthy addition to his body of work.
In an age of declarative confidence, this collection, with its Eastern-inflected, soft-falling hesitations and divinations, opens up a world of gentle possibilities, an alternative way of Being in the natural world: it's a collection which suggests that, although for many the world is not experienced this way, this world can be: So.