The poems in this collection are the result of a lifetime of reading the classics of spiritual, mystical, and philosophical literature, as well Mike’s studies of several areas of science as a layman. Although he considers his mind to be primarily scientific and skeptical, he has always been fascinated by the enigma of man’s spiritual nature, by our need for that ineffable something beyond ourselves that gives our lives greater meaning. He has never believed that science and spirit are obligatory antagonists. Indeed, his knowledge of physics, astronomy, and biology continually arouses his spiritual awe. Neuroscience tells us that about 95% of our cognition is subconscious. It is from that deep well of mental possibility that the poet’s muse operates, and from which spiritual experience emanates.

The 65 poems in this 118-page book are divided among seven sections that correspond with deep questions of human existence. Each poem features an epigraph from a philosopher or artist that was the impetus for the poem or provided some basic insight into it for Mike. While some of the poems are primarily scientific and others mainly metaphysical, most demonstrate how the elements of both intermingle and influence each other. Hence the subtitle of the book: Poetry of The Entanglement of Science, Philosophy, and Spirit.

The great writings of philosophy and ancient wisdom provide few concrete answers. Rather, they stimulate deeply important questions and provide clues to help us pursue answers for ourselves. That is what Mike has tried to do with the poetry of this collection. Mike hopes you will find these poems both thought provoking and spirit invoking for your own spiritual and intellectual journey.