Migel Jayasinghe (21 results)

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. In Wayfarer, Migel Jayasinghe invites readers on a lyrical journey through the landscapes of memory, identity, and retirement. From the bustle of London and the serenity of southern Spain to the childhood shadows of Sri Lanka, Jayasinghe's poems evoke a life lived across cultures and continents.With wit, candour, and a sharp eye for detail, these poems traverse personal milestones and global events, reflecting on the beauty of nature, the absurdities of politics, and the mysteries of belief. Whether writing about the Olympics, childhood nostalgia, the pace of modernity, or simply sipping wine on a sunny terrace, the poet captures the human condition with humility and warmth.Structured across a wide array of poetic forms-from clerihews to sestinas, haiku to villanelles-Wayfarer is both accessible and intellectually engaging. It is a collection that honours the power of words and the quiet joys of daily life.Perfect for lovers of reflective, socially engaged poetry, this book will appeal to anyone who has ever paused to question, to remember, or to simply sit in the sun and write.About Migel JayasingheEmigrated from (Ceylon) Sri Lanka to the UK in 1963. Completed a BA (Hons) in Psychology at Goldsmiths College (1968-1971), followed by work as a Research Assistant at the Industrial Training Research Unit, Cambridge (1973-1974). From 1975 to 1978, worked as an occupational psychologist at the Educational and Occupational Assessment Service in Lusaka, Zambia.Later earned an M.Sc. in Occupational Psychology from Birkbeck College (1981-1982), then joined the Manpower Services Commission as an occupational psychologist, eventually promoted to Higher Psychologist. From 1996 to 2001, served as Senior Occupational Psychologist with Royal British Legion Industries until retirement. Published Counselling in Careers Guidance with Open University Press in 2001; the Japanese translation was released in 2004. Creative writing has been a lifelong hobby, taken up more seriously after retirement while living as an expatriate in Spain (2005-2020). Returned to the UK following Brexit. Migel Jayasinghe invites readers on a lyrical journey through the landscapes of memory, identity, and retirement. From the bustle of London and the serenity of southern Spain to the childhood shadows of Sri Lanka, Jayasinghe's poems evoke a life lived across cultures and continents. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A collection of 48 poems written during late summer 2009 and early autumn 2010 while living in retirement in Costa Blanca, Spain. Most of the poems are rhymed, a few in free verse form (vers libre). But, most important, in these pages you can experience and enjoy established verse forms such as villanelle, terza rima, sestina, rondeau and enjambment. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. In Wayfarer, Migel Jayasinghe invites readers on a lyrical journey through the landscapes of memory, identity, and retirement. From the bustle of London and the serenity of southern Spain to the childhood shadows of Sri Lanka, Jayasinghe's poems evoke a life lived across cultures and continents.With wit, candour, and a sharp eye for detail, these poems traverse personal milestones and global events, reflecting on the beauty of nature, the absurdities of politics, and the mysteries of belief. Whether writing about the Olympics, childhood nostalgia, the pace of modernity, or simply sipping wine on a sunny terrace, the poet captures the human condition with humility and warmth.Structured across a wide array of poetic forms-from clerihews to sestinas, haiku to villanelles-Wayfarer is both accessible and intellectually engaging. It is a collection that honours the power of words and the quiet joys of daily life.Perfect for lovers of reflective, socially engaged poetry, this book will appeal to anyone who has ever paused to question, to remember, or to simply sit in the sun and write.About Migel JayasingheEmigrated from (Ceylon) Sri Lanka to the UK in 1963. Completed a BA (Hons) in Psychology at Goldsmiths College (1968-1971), followed by work as a Research Assistant at the Industrial Training Research Unit, Cambridge (1973-1974). From 1975 to 1978, worked as an occupational psychologist at the Educational and Occupational Assessment Service in Lusaka, Zambia.Later earned an M.Sc. in Occupational Psychology from Birkbeck College (1981-1982), then joined the Manpower Services Commission as an occupational psychologist, eventually promoted to Higher Psychologist. From 1996 to 2001, served as Senior Occupational Psychologist with Royal British Legion Industries until retirement. Published Counselling in Careers Guidance with Open University Press in 2001; the Japanese translation was released in 2004. Creative writing has been a lifelong hobby, taken up more seriously after retirement while living as an expatriate in Spain (2005-2020). Returned to the UK following Brexit. Migel Jayasinghe invites readers on a lyrical journey through the landscapes of memory, identity, and retirement. From the bustle of London and the serenity of southern Spain to the childhood shadows of Sri Lanka, Jayasinghe's poems evoke a life lived across cultures and continents. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextSolace in Verse was penned by the author in the last few years after he retired and while living in Costa Blanca, Spain. The majority of Migel Jayasinghe s poems are his response to this new envi.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In Wayfarer, Migel Jayasinghe invites readers on a lyrical journey through the landscapes of memory, identity, and retirement. From the bustle of London and the serenity of southern Spain to the childhood shadows of Sri Lanka, Jayasinghe's poems evoke a life lived across cultures and continents.With wit, candour, and a sharp eye for detail, these poems traverse personal milestones and global events, reflecting on the beauty of nature, the absurdities of politics, and the mysteries of belief. Whether writing about the Olympics, childhood nostalgia, the pace of modernity, or simply sipping wine on a sunny terrace, the poet captures the human condition with humility and warmth.Structured across a wide array of poetic forms-from clerihews to sestinas, haiku to villanelles-Wayfarer is both accessible and intellectually engaging. It is a collection that honours the power of words and the quiet joys of daily life.Perfect for lovers of reflective, socially engaged poetry, this book will appeal to anyone who has ever paused to question, to remember, or to simply sit in the sun and write.About Migel JayasingheEmigrated from (Ceylon) Sri Lanka to the UK in 1963. Completed a BA (Hons) in Psychology at Goldsmiths College (1968-1971), followed by work as a Research Assistant at the Industrial Training Research Unit, Cambridge (1973-1974). From 1975 to 1978, worked as an occupational psychologist at the Educational and Occupational Assessment Service in Lusaka, Zambia.Later earned an M.Sc. in Occupational Psychology from Birkbeck College (1981-1982), then joined the Manpower Services Commission as an occupational psychologist, eventually promoted to Higher Psychologist. From 1996 to 2001, served as Senior Occupational Psychologist with Royal British Legion Industries until retirement. Published Counselling in Careers Guidance with Open University Press in 2001; the Japanese translation was released in 2004. Creative writing has been a lifelong hobby, taken up more seriously after retirement while living as an expatriate in Spain (2005-2020). Returned to the UK following Brexit.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Solace in Verse | Migel Jayasinghe | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2013 | Strategic Book Publishing | EAN 9781625162755 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Wayfarer | Poems for Seekers of Solace | Migel Jayasinghe | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2025 | Michael Terence Publishing | EAN 9781805880707 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.