Published by the Tom Caldwell Gallery, “MOURNE” is a collection of poetry by Paul Yates with images by Basil Blackshaw. It is available as a paperback and also in a limited edition featuring additional images and poetry.

The hardback comes in a limited edition of only 395 copies with slipcase; each is individualized with its own unique line of poetry, hand written and signed by the poet himself.

This version also features an additional long poem and three extra images, and is further enhanced by the inclusion of a signed lithograph by Basil Blackshaw.

“MOURNE” is an extraordinary tour-de-force of words and images by two of Northern Ireland’s most original and compelling creative forces. The poems constantly surprise and delight with their sheer raw power to portray the spirit of Mourne in everything from a single snowflake or an old enamel bucket to the lofty mightiness of the mountains and the vast mystery of the ocean.

The images by Basil Blackshaw also reveal an artist at the height of his powers; knowledgeable and intuitive observations are portrayed with verve and a deftness of touch resulting in quiet masterpieces that, like the poems, surprise and delight throughout.

“This is a beautiful production and..... really quite astonishing.” (Brian McAvera, Irish Arts Review)

“MOURNE” is available from the Tom Caldwell Gallery. If you would like to purchase a copy or require further information please contact us or call into the gallery.

LIMITED EDITION (including signed Blackshaw lithograph) - £350

PAPERBACK - £25