On the slow train from Cambridge To Ely, I am sitting behind two Russians. A couple, they are locked in conversation, Oblivious to the...

The Man in the Bookshop George’s Bookshop, top of Park Street, The second floor. It is high summer, The tall trees in Bristol’s Berkeley...

Botanic Gardens Two couples strolling in the Gardens Buttoned-up in overcoats Against a bright November sun. Beyond where they walk on...

Perfect Day An April day, the light as sharp as paint, Sea air, and yet no hint of on-shore chill. It was the perfect day for lifetime...

‘Finally, of course, you might die.’ So said the suave young doctor, making light Of risk. Earlier he had flourished A make-believe...