{"product_id":"the-matter","title":"Padraig Regan - The Matter - Gay Poetry [Paperback]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Matter by Padraig Regan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Poetry Book Society Autumn Choice 2026 selection, \u003cem\u003eThe Matter\u003c\/em\u003e by Padraig Regan, is a profound collection that builds upon the poet's acclaimed debut. This work delves into ekphrastic concerns, shifting focus to the natural world and naturally occurring objects. Divided into three lyrical sections – Animal, Mineral, and Vegetable – the poems explore imaginative encounters with the non-human and inorganic. Regan's intense reflections on mortality and desire are presented through explorations of embodiment and formal possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePoetry Book Society Autumn Choice 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExplores ekphrastic themes and the natural world\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDivided into three parts: Animal, Mineral, and Vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFocuses on encounters with the non-human and inorganic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntense reflections on mortality and desire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Padraig Regan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 24, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePage Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5 x 0.7 x 21.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1800175825\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-1800175822\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Matter\u003c\/em\u003e offers a unique perspective on the world, inviting readers into a deeply reflective and formally inventive poetic experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"by Padraig Regan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58018120991102,"sku":"1800175825","price":10.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/3919\/1207\/files\/71987ewNzXL_d1aa5aed-fcb0-4ec9-8db1-900bbed3ba28.jpg?v=1789218409","url":"https:\/\/www.yachew.com\/products\/the-matter","provider":"Yachew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}