FIRECLAY is a book of poetry which shows that the breath of life is everywhere to inhale, if we are attentively mindful to the longings and hopes deeply rooted within us. Here the poet is an observer who looks on the world through the window of optimism. Each poem delicately frames various elements of life and living making an imaginative appeal to the senses of readers. From the deepest core of the ocean to the glittering stars of a dark night sky - wonders of our world here abundantly deploy joyful resources by giving an exploratory feel to the readers' minds. The diverse themes of poems in this collection invite us to be centred around the strength of humanity. Our memories from the past, elegance of trees and other beauties of nature, our dreams for a fruitful destiny - all comes alive through the soulful verses of Fireclay.