A Manuscript of Sonnets

The work now respectfully offered to the reader is a collection of sonnets in classical form. The writer is neither a Romantic nor a Modernist, and much herein draws aspects of character from the poetry of the 18th century and from the language of the law, which aspects of character are now instinctive to the writer.

The poetry is, in general, serious but with a touch of humour in parts. It touches upon the various aspects of the human condition, including its joys, sorrows, insights, and aspirations. The writer would now respectfully offer the work to his readers, be they his critics or perhaps otherwise.

The Future

In this captivating collection, a seasoned poet with over nine decades of life experience invites readers on a lyrical journey through the passions that have coloured his world. With a voice honed by years of observation and introspection, he paints vivid word-pictures that bring to life the thundering hooves on the racetrack, the graceful arc of a diver’s plunge, and the roar of engines on the speedway.

But this is more than just a sports anthology. Drawing from a well of diverse interests, the poet serves up verses seasoned with culinary adventures, musical interludes, and the thrill of intellectual pursuits. Each poem is a window into a life richly lived, offering readers a unique perspective on the human experience.

Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, a lover of life’s finer pleasures, or simply someone who appreciates the wisdom that comes with age, this collection promises to entertain, inspire, and provoke thought. Join this passionate wordsmith as he shares the accumulated insights of a lifetime, proving that the fire of creativity burns bright at any age.

Sailing and a Matter of Prestige

‘Dear Mr. Savvakis, your poetry reminds me of a phrase by Terentius: ‘nothing human could be strange to me.’ This was what a Greek critic wrote about one my collections and I think he hit the nail on the head.

Yes, indeed all human activities interest me. There are countless ways in which we react to both material and psychological realities, and one cannot help but marvel at this wonder of creation.

Just as each of us has a unique fingerprint, we also possess a unique personality. We each handle even the most common problems in our own distinctive manner.

Of course, we comprehend and interpret them differently, according to our customs, values, circumstances and a countless number of factors that determine our personality.

Nothing human could be strange to me, and in my poetry, I strive to capture as many expressions of this uniqueness as possible.

Light a Candle in My Soul: Poems and Poetic Sketches

What is it that touches your soul, warms your heart or enlightens your mind? Do you dream and do you wonder? What do you seek and what comes of your thoughts? The Greeks sought, according to Aeschylus, to ‘tame the savageness of man, and make quiet the life of the world.’

The Earth itself is a Being, radiating outwards a consciousness that, no matter the vineyard in which you toil, each of us can reconnect with, refresh and renew ourselves, and perhaps even remake the world around us. In an Age of Absurdity, the soul’s longing has an uncommon degree of strength in the beauty of expression. Your thoughts and words change the world.

Life Is Mostly Fun

From the calloused hands of a former coal miner emerges a heartfelt collection that reminds us that even in life’s toughest terrains, there is light to be found. Life is Mostly Fun is a tapestry of poems that spin tales of joy, wonder, and yes, the occasional hurdles that prove no match for an unshakeable spirit. With a keen eye for the quirks and humour that colour our everyday existence, the author invites you to join him on a romp through sunny vignettes that will leave you grinning from ear to ear. Yet he also digs deep, unearthing profound truths about our shared human experience that will resonate long after the final line. Whether finding magic in the mundane or plumbing the depths of the soul, these verses celebrate life in all its messy, luminous glory.

Life’s Like That

“Life’s like that…

 “Love must die for a reason.”

When faced with life’s choices it’s good to have an open mind and treat every move that you make as important to your future happiness and well-being.

I find that it’s better to take one step forward and two steps back, because a good solid defence is better than attack!

Is an attempt on my part to give an insight into a broad spectrum of feelings shared by us all and in particular how we feel about Life and Death.

Love is a common thread and permeates my work like the smell of incense in a Church elevating the senses, or a searchlight looking for life in the aftermath of an avalanche.

Such is the power and the meaning of words when used provocatively in poetry to give life to complex emotions and feelings.

Transcendence

What lies behind this sunlit world?
…Something too deep for thought,
…Open only to prayer.

These poems reflect moments when one experiences something more than what one sees and hears, feelings of the sublime, the holy, the transcendent.

…When meditating by a Wiltshire stream, or walking alone through an African forest, observed by a thousand unseen eyes and ears, from giant cats to tremulous snakes.

…Feelings of going beyond oneself, beyond anxiety and feelings of inadequacy, losing oneself in the great chain of being.

…The healing experience of being part of nature, losing the fear of death.

From intimations of transcendence in nature, this book moves on to the magic of ancient churches where so many have offered up their sorrows and joys and then to meditations and prayers, as well as the consolations offered by ancient rituals, by the rhythm of the church’s seasons, from the magic of Christmas through the penitence of Lent to the glories of Easter.

The final section explores the tragic lockdowns caused by Covid-19.

Dance of Death (these days)

Inspired by the medieval genre which cast death as the Great Equalizer in a time where brothers, mothers and others were dying in droves, this puts Death in dialogue with CEOs, oil barons, hippies and AI to see what they say when facing their own mortality.

Passions – A Story of Love

In Passions: A Story of Love, or, A Bipolar’s Diary, the author unveils a deeply emotive and transformative poetic journey. The work is divided into two compelling parts: ‘Points of Passions – Solitude,’ which explores the isolation of a woman set apart from society, and ‘Lines of Passion – A Movement,’ where she re-emerges, her creative spirit reignited during a bus ride to work.

Caught in an intricate emotional web, the protagonist finds herself falling in love with three different men, adding complex layers to her story. The author’s skilful narrative combines both delicate and intense imagery, expressed through poetry and visual art. This dual medium not only helped the author navigate a critical juncture in her life, but also led to profound self-discovery.

Crafted with authenticity and directness, the book offers an emotional odyssey that is both complex and relatable. In the end, it delivers a message of hope and assurance, capturing the ever-changing tapestry of life and the healing power of art and poetry.

Mind, Body, Soul and Spirit

Our lives are filled with learned experiences of the world. We explore it to understand how we fit in where we come from, where we are going, and who we are. Mind, Body, Soul, Spirit—this is the Human Being. This is the essence of our identity, the collective consciousness of all who inhabit this vehicle.

If you are looking for an exploratory view of life, then you might like this book. Potentially, these verses could guide and assist you on your path. These poems could reflect on what is happening in your life. Through past conditioning, we are locked into old, outdated patterns. This book attempts to explore the human experience.

The mind influences the body in a profound physiological and psychological way, known as ‘Character Armouring’. Past hurts permeate the muscles, joints, and fascia. We wear our ‘Persona’ (Armouring) to show others that we are in control and confident, in order to survive.

This book also explores Nature, Space, Angels, Spirit Guides, Transpersonal Psychology, and The Child Inside too.

I do hope you enjoy my ‘chunterings’.

The Hymns of a Deepman

As you flip through these pages, you’ll find your ideas about the various factors that drive your life beginning to reassemble. The collection of poems in this book defies classification into a single genre, offering instead a diverse array that lets you sample every platter of poetry known to man.

In today’s world, works of art are often undervalued. However, this collection aims to break that norm. It is an accumulation of pieces written over different years and in various situations, yet carefully tailored to encapsulate the thoughts of a man in the form of drafted words.

I hope you enjoy the scenes and embark on a journey through these verses. Though you remain behind the curtains, you have a view of the entire stage presented in this book. Open your imagination and let yourself be filled with my hymns.

The Forever Child

The Forever Child is a contemplative fourth offering from an author shaped by personal loss. In this reflective journey, the writer poetically navigates through memories of childhood and the contrasts of adulthood, examining how external influences have moulded his life. Amidst the backdrop of nature’s healing embrace, he clings to the beauty of dreams while confronting life’s traumas.
Though composed of distinct pieces, The Forever Child is best experienced in its entirety, from the first page to the last.