The 5 Ps of Poetry

The 5 Ps of Poetry is the debut collection from Rob Mason, a poet, DJ, and podcast producer hailing from the seaside town of Blackpool. Written between 2021 and 2023, this anthology captures a turbulent period of personal and national upheaval, offering a raw, unfiltered look at modern life through a distinctly Northern lens.The collection is meticulously organised into the five core themes featured on the book's striking "crate" cover: - Philosophy: Deep dives into the "dopamine reward system" of social media, the construct of time, and the "Eatonomics" of wealth distribution in Britain.- Politics: A "seething" and often explicit critique of the UK government, covering everything from the passing of Queen Elizabeth II to the "hecatomb" of successive Prime Ministers and the "Broken Britain" left in their wake.- Places: A gritty yet affectionate tribute to Blackpool, featuring the iconic Tower, the chaos of the seagulls, and the "Rebellion" punk festival.- People: Intimate portraits ranging from odes to beautiful souls who shaped the author's life to "character assassinations" of those who interrupted his peace.- Problems: Honest reflections on daily struggles, including the challenges of sobriety, financial hardship and the "Internet of Things".Mason weaves comedic approaches through his daily struggles, balancing anger at "totalitarian oppression" with a hopeful path toward self-love and "progressive movements". Whether he is "mining" beers from Gordon Ramsay or calling for a global revolution, Mason's voice is authentic, "outspoken," and unapologetically true to his roots.The 5 Ps of Poetry is more than just a book; it is a "knowledge jumble sale" for anyone who has ever felt like a "cog in the machine" and is looking for a way to "cycle round" the madness of the modern world