Comments on: Poet’s Travel Book of Rapa Nui

By: Colleen

Colleen — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:31:22 +0000

Don’t laugh, but seeing “Ancient Aliens” recently on the History Channel renewed my interest in visiting Easter Island! The Moai have always fascinated me, and the island has been on my travel list for a long time. I’m drawn to Neolithic sites – I was thrilled to see Stonehenge in England, and to walk through the temples on Malta.

Thanks for an inspiring post. Randall’s book of poetry looks like a must-have, and Easter Island has moved up “the list!”

By: Mark H

Mark H — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:19:56 +0000

What a great venture, catchy poem and extraordinary life supporting her beliefs. I’ve been to Easter Island and their rich cultural history based around Birdmen and the remarkable moai. To me, it is today a somewhat sad place as the islanders have struggled to get the balance between tourism and their Polynesian ancestry and lifestyle correct – a difficult balance when the population is only a few thousand and the place is so remote and so dependent on Chile and outside for most basic necessities. Told through the eyes of such a distinguished writer, I am now keen to get hold of the account of this island in the eyes of Margaret Randall. Great review.
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By: Kerry Dexter

Kerry Dexter — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:42:43 +0000

got me thinking about poetry which might inspire travel. .-= Kerry Dexter hopes you will read blog ..Altan: 25th Anniversary Collection =-.

By: jessiev

jessiev — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:28:28 +0000

what a great book this must be – i’ll have to get it. i LOVE that initial poem. and her photos are wonderful!
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