Sir, – Michael Viney is the single best reason for buying The Irish Times. In just 40 words, while being wholly original, he eloquently echoed the best poetic expressions of Thomas, Keats, Shelley and even Heaney (February 7th). "How good it felt to be working there, surrounded by green, overwintering food, with ravens clearing their throats overhead and the robin come in to look. Am I my father all over again, sifting seeds between finger and thumb." He is a wonderful citizen and a great example to all. Long may he continue to grace both Mweelrea's slopes and your pages. – Yours, etc,
EOIN Ó CUIRC,
Mount Merrion, Co Dublin.