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Poetry
Regrowth
by Peter Freeman
“They tried to bury me. They didn’t know I was a seed.” This poignant proverb sets the tone for Regrowth, the second book in a poetic trilogy exploring the cycles of life. With themes rooted in resilience, transformation, and renewal, Regrowth leads readers on a journey from cradle to grave—offering a reflective and deeply personal exploration of the human experience.
Each poem in this collection is accompanied by a heartfelt preamble, contextualizing the verse and opening a window into the moments that inspired it. From intimate portraits of personal loss and triumph to vivid reflections on love, community, and the passage of time, Regrowth speaks to the universal truths that bind us all. It is a celebration of strength in vulnerability and growth born from life’s challenges.
In poems like “A Woman of Significance,” readers are invited to honour the pivotal figures who shape us, while others, such as “Abject,” offer unflinching honesty about grief and self-discovery. These verses are not merely words on a page; they are seeds of thought, planted to take root in the heart and mind.
Regrowth is more than a collection of poetry—it is a companion for anyone seeking meaning in life’s fleeting moments and beauty in its imperfections. It will resonate with readers who cherish the enduring power of words to inspire, heal, and transform.
Peter Freeman is a Canadian author whose work is shaped by a lifetime of adventure, endurance, and reflection. Based on Salt Spring Island, he writes fiction and nonfiction that explore resilience, human complexity, and the quiet forces that shape our lives.
Born in Noosa Heads, Australia, Peter’s early life unfolded along oceans and open horizons. He went on to sail across the Tasman Sea, build his own boat, and later complete a solo, non-stop circumnavigation of the globe in a record-setting 236 days—an experience captured in his memoir Cape Horn Birthday.
Beyond the sea, his life has been marked by movement and discipline. He has represented Canada internationally as a masters athlete and twice cycled across the country. At 61, he rode 15,400 kilometres around Australia—unsupported—in just 79 days.
Peter’s writing draws from this rich and varied life, blending lived experience with imagination. His stories range from literary fiction and psychological narratives to short stories, plays, and poetry. His work has received national and international recognition, including awards from Mensa Canada and The Fieldstone Review.
Across all genres, Peter writes with clarity, emotional depth, and a deep curiosity about what drives people—especially in moments of challenge, transformation, and survival.
