Paradise illustrated

by D.J. Enright

Paperback

Published January 1, 1978

Reviews

[Lisa M. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wasn't sure if I would like this when I picked it up from the used bookstore by me. This collection of poetry did not disappoint! Overall, D.J. Enright is a very clever writer. These poems have great rhythm, rhyme, and alliteration. His use of wordplay was extremely clever and entertaining. He uses these literary tools to give his poems depths of meaning. Many seem simple when first read, but on a second read and thought, you will discover deeper meanings in each poem. The tone of this collection, which primarily focuses on the fall of man, ranges from clever to satirical to scathing. D.J. Enright did not approach this topic ignorantly; he knows what he is writing about, and uses his biblical knowledge to better this book. Generally each poem is entertaining and humorous, many are thought provoking as well. There were few (if any) bad poems in this collection; some just shown brighter then others. I would suggest picking this up if you like different views on religion, or if you like satire. This was very good and I would pick up another of his books.