Etain the Beloved, and Other Poems

"Etain the Beloved, and Other Poems" by James Henry Cousins is a poetic journey that mixes old Irish legends with feelings and thoughts from modern times. The main poem, "Etain the Beloved," tells the story of King Eochaidh and his love for Etain, mixing fate and change into their romance. The collection also has poems like "Death and Life" and "The Fairy Ring," which bring together personal feelings and thoughts about the world, using nature to help show how people feel. The poet looks at big ideas like love and loss, using beautiful images and myths to capture the heart of Irish culture and the complicated ways people connect with each other.