Laois poet bringing poetry to the people at Portlaoise Farmers Market
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Well-known Laois poet, Dr Arthur Broomfield will be promoting his new book, Ireland Calling at Portlaoise Farmers Market on Friday morning next from 9am to 1pm.
“It’s my way of bringing my poetry to the people, explains the Ballyfin poet.
So well he might because his book is proving to be hugely popular among those who like to hear a poem that tells a yarn, can make you laugh or bring a tear to your eye.
Often compared to Patrick Kavanagh, Arthur’s latest work is rich with tales of the lost history of cultural Ireland, like ‘Planting the Spuds’, ‘The Fairy Bush’ and the ‘Dancing Board’.