Thomas Kinsellas life and work has engaged with some of the most fundamental ruptures, moments, scandals, and developments in the history of Ireland and its people. As a civil servant, academic, activist, and a leading socially-engaged poet, much of the countrys modern history can be read and reflected through his work and life. But his work also deals with the more universal and more elusive topics of mortality, love, and loss. David Lynchs compelling introduction to one of Irelands most impressive poets anchors his work in his real life experience, and explores the development of his life and the effects this has had on his art.,
