BOOK AND MUSIC REVIEWS
By; Speaker Linda J. Polley

PHIL COULTER "LAKE OF SHADOWS" With special guests Roma Downey, Liam Neeson and Sinead O'Connor.  From; Windom Hill, CD #01934-11617-2 

Enchanting tour of both the present and past at Lough Swilly,  in County Donegal, Ireland.  Contains many new songs by pianist/composer Phil Coulter about the place he grew up and loves deeply, with an additional handful of traditional favorites to attract your attention.  Highlighted by a beautiful tribute to Phil Coulter's brother Brian who drowned during their childhood years, sung by guest Sinead O'Conner, who also sings "The Shores Of The Swilly," a tribute to Phil Coulter's sister who drowned.  Roma Downy is superb in her presentation of "Prayer For The Fishermen"accompanied by The Coolea Choir. This collection of upbeat, inspiring and uplifting music is just a treasure for everyone to enjoy.  Includes a booklet filled with photos, info, and song lyrics.  Highly recommended!

THE GIFT Poems By HAFIZ The Great Sufi Master, Translations By Daniel Ladinsky.  From; Penguin Putmnam, An Arkana Book.  Softcover, 333pp $13.95 ISBN#0-74-019581-5

Modern translations of 250 poems by one of the most beloved Islamic poet besides Rumi.  Mystical insights and commentaries on various aspects of everyday life, love, healing, and worship.  It is said his works have even been studied by English royalty.  Truly delightful timeless enlightenment and knowledge.   For mature readers. Highly recommended!

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