The Lyre Played On: A collection of poems for love, loss, and everything in-between

by Rhan Ireland

This unique, moving, and thoroughly self-affirming poetry collection contains topics that range from the importance of self-love to witty, tongue-in-cheek poems from the perspectives of famous female historical figures and reflections upon the heady rush of first love and the bittersweet footprint past relationships often leave behind.

Linking the past and the present, this distinctive book contains universal themes such as love, loss, and heartbreak that can be found just as easily in works centuries ago as in works today. Each poem is accompanied by an exclusive hand-drawn illustration.

Genres: Poetry

58 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 1, 2019

Reviews

[Anwen Hayward · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just inhaled this book and it's one of those little poetry collections that sort of makes you feel like maybe you've lived a hundred lives and also like maybe you're Anne Boleyn, which frankly is not a feeling that I get from enough books. The author is writing a novel at the moment, and if I was excited for it before I read this book, then I'm doubly so now. There's a lovely delicate feeling to these poems, which absolutely does not translate to a lack of weight. My favourite sections were the ones about myth and historical queens, and my absolute favourite poem may have been Helen of Troy's for its wittiness and snark. Definitely a writer to watch.

[Type 1 Elle ❤️‍🔥 · Rating 5 out of 5]

My friend is an artist. Absolutely beautiful poetry. I’m blessed to have two copies, and I recommend it to everyone and anyone. Please read and spread the word.