“78 45 33”, the revolutions of a life, is a captivating debut collection of poems from Brian Herdman who was born in Manchester and now lives in Plymouth. The book interweaves the autobiographical and philosophy with the fantastical. The poems are filled with raw emotion and deliver a message of resistance against a pacified world. Herdman’s writing is precise and probing, with a rhythmic dexterity that gives a strong sense of movement. The collection offers a rich tapestry of thought and feeling, infused with the spirit of Samuel Beckett and a wide range of cultural references. “78 45 33” is a must-read for anyone who appreciates powerful and thought-provoking poetry, music, and the art of storytelling.