Power of the pen

In a recent interview, Seamus Heaney opined on the value of poetry in the recession in Ireland as a great tool for sustaining a life inside.

He believes that poetry recital in school gives children a sense of grace and a respect for words. With cutbacks in education, organisations like Poetry Ireland are to be commended for continued support of poets and writers visits to schools.

Thank you great seer of our island for your inspiration to young and old. The power of the pen is shown to us through the magic of your words. Thank you for gracing us with your greatness and wisdom.