CARDINAL COX is from
Peterborough, Cambs, and has been having his writings published
in the small press for over twenty years. The Cardinal was Poet
Laureate of Peterborough in 2003, and he has been Poet-in-Residence for the Friends of Broadway Cemetery in Peterborough.
He was also a member of the Warriors Gate team which won the BBC
quiz programme 'Telly Addicts' in 1994, and was a member of
Peterborough band Sonic Energy Authority.
Cardinal Cox, photographed by Sally Cave
Cardinal Cox - Old Scarlett's Book Of Impracticle Bats
This is what you'd call educational poetry! Well written verse on as diverse a list of subjects as you could think of, though with an underlying tenor of humanity. The notes are illuminating, too.
CARDINAL COX & THE FRIENDS OF BROADWAY CEMETERY, c/o 53 Huntley Grove, Peterborough, PE1 2QW.
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Cardinal Cox - A Change Of Zinery Special: The Night Land
A unique collection of poetry, inspired by some famous and some obscure characters in SF/F/H. Particularly liked the bite of 'Beware Tentacles & Wings'.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Sowerberry Harvest
A collection of poems influenced by history - both personal and general. Cardinal's compassion can be seen throughout, in poetry which is mostly endearing, and, again, the notes are interesting. It's available for £1 and an SAE from the address below.
CARDINAL COX & THE FRIENDS OF BROADWAY CEMETERY, c/o 53 Huntley Grove, Peterborough, PE1 2QW.
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Cardinal Cox - The Shaver Mysteries
This is a booklet of "Victorian-fantasy themed poetry" by the Cardinal, originally written for the 2003 They Came and Shaved Us convention in Dundalk, Ireland.
Very good it is, too, with the poetry written affectionately in a take on the formal Victorian style - though one that isn't so Victorian is my favourite - the haunting 'Mr. Poe And The Orang-Utang'. Cardinal Cox also shows an impressive knowledge of Victorian SF literature in his notes.
CARDINAL COX & SPROUTLORE, c/o 221 Blackhorse Avenue, Dublin 7, Ireland.
More info on Sproutlore here.
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Cardinal Cox - Burn This Manifesto!
'Burn This Manifesto' is a surreal, joyful, and not so joyful, collection of poetry and prose playing with words. Seen a chaftit in your garden recently? Or an erotic lamp in the lounge? 'Dr. Freud Defines' is a fair summation of the great psychoanalysts obsession with sex, but which psychoanalyst isn't? Groovy illos. £1 & SAE from the address below.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - The Rock Show: The Devil's Own Music
Produced by Starburker Publications for Zombiecom, this is a collection of poetry cleverly incorporating famous lyrics with poems, which revolve around famous bluesmen like Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters to their progeny, like The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. A neat idea, even if Ozzy and Alice aren't my cup of tea. Dusty's 'Son Of A Preacher Man' gets in there, too! £1 & SAE from the address below.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Memento Mori
A touching signing off for Cardinal Cox as Poet-in-Residence of Peterborough's Broadway Cemetery. Not all death, graveyards, and burials, though they feature heartily. There's a whimsical poem concerning bats, and famous Peterborough visitors also find a space. This booklet is available for £1.50 & C5 SAE from the address below (cheques payable to the Friends of Broadway Cemetery).
CARDINAL COX & THE FRIENDS OF BROADWAY CEMETERY, c/o 53 Huntley Grove, Peterborough, PE1 2QW.
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Cardinal Cox - Between Peterborough And Pentecost
A collection of very funny and disturbing Surrealist poetry on subjects such as the Tour de France, Charles Darwin and Salvador Dali (naturally).
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - One Night At The Brentford Burlesque
Unsettling burlesque, Surrealist poetry! A new genre? Send an SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - The Mysteries Of Nightmare Abbey
A mixture of dark and light whimsical poems. Enchanting to read, though don't get the idea it's a twee collection! Send an SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Carrion Crimson
The thing I really like about the Cardinal's booklets is that he doesn't just give you poetry, but interesting notes as well. Here, we get some info on the Vinca people of Transylvania! The poetry's very vivid, notably 'Herlethingi', 'Aluka', 'Strange Orchids', 'Medicine Bird', and 'Watt=vAMP(ire)'. This booklet of Vampire-related poetry is to be given away at the World Horror Convention, which will be held in Brighton in March 2010.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Rural Rhymes, Natural Rhythms
A pamphlet of poetry inspired by nature and John Clare, which also includes riddles. It's a collection which covers the majesty and brutality of nature.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Cognition
Poetry inspired by a Steampunk art exhibition held at Oxford Museum of the History of Science, this is possibly the Cardinal's strangest collection. The time travelling poetry here could really start something. Entertaining.and bewildering at the same time.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Codex Cthulhapalooza
This Cardinal pamphlet, influenced by American writer H.P. Lovecraft, is as interesting for the notes within, as it is its wistful and reflective poetry. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Old New Unromantic
A poetry pamphlet to be given away at the October events organised by the John Clare Trust, based at John Clare's cottage in Helpston (The Cardinal won the John Clare's Trust poetry prize in 2009). 'Humble Statue' is the first poem in this collection, and is arguably the Cardinal's finest work. I think we can all identify with being ground down, at one time or other, by life. 'Rhyme Scheme Evidence' has an unexpectedly touching twist at the end, and the Cardinal surpasses himself with the notes in this collection.
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Cardinal Cox - Black Sands/White Rock
A small collection full of fun, 'Black Sands/White Rock' reveals what has inspired Cardinal Cox over the years. Most enjoyable is a poem about centaurs and 'Stick Out Your Thumb'. A poetry collection to be given away at Northampton's NewCon 5 convention.
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Cardinal Cox - Never Mind the Ballads, Here's a Blast of Broadsides!
Looking back 300 years from when the Sex Pistols scared the nation to a time of genuine social upheaval in 1676 and the 17th Century generally. Written in a deliberately archaic style, the poetry skilfully takes us back in time. The Cardinal rips into Guy Fawkes and Oliver Cromwell, but lionizes Captain Pouch, whose green cheese secret was kept in his immortal pouch. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Codex Dagon
Another Lovecraftian inspired booklet - which is being given away at Reading's Weird Winter. This small collection of imagery rich poetry and prose contains more fascinating notes.
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Cardinal Cox - The Rock Show 2: The Music of the Spheres and Other Earthy Verse
A very unique array of poems, inspired by music of all shades. Poetry reflecting the indulgent but fabulous glam rock to the minimalist glory of punk. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Cabaret of Curiosities
The Cardinal's most raunchy collection, though 'Black Milk' is a startling, dismissive poem aimed at Fascists. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Surrealist Muses
This reminds me of a book I bought when I was 21 - 'English and American Surrealist Poetry'. It's best to read this type of poetry, and let the words wash over you, rather than analyzing it to death. From 'Doratherpsichorea': "Birds sometimes reveal their dinosaur heritage as they sometimes show their angelic destiny." Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Lundone
Cardinal Cox's third Steampunk collection. The collision of unexpected imagery is always one of the more notable aspects of the Cardinal's poetry. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Codex Ulthar
Cardinal Cox's third Lovecraft influenced pamphlet. The Cardinal's esoteric work celebrates magical lands and ancient beliefs in an intriguing way. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - When Three Sevens Clash
A humanitarian and poetic look at 1777, when, just as today, the world was going through profound turmoil. What really stands out is the Cardinal's searing description of slavery and persecution. The Cardinal also brings home how many of the rich men and women of today are still profiting from the cruel deeds of their ancestors. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
Cardinal Cox - Rocket to Ruritania
The fourth of Cardinal Cox's Steampunk collections.
Cardinal Cox - Codex Nodens
Poetry and prose inspired by Arthur Machen.
Both available for an SAE: CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Codex L'ng
Lovecraftian influenced booklet no. 5 from the Cardinal. A collection of 9 short poems, that include magical and mystical imagery. The notes are amazing. There seems too much knowledge in the Cardinal's head for his own good. Brains can explode...Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - Poetry, so far
An initial pamphlet of poetry written by the Cardinal as Poet-in-Residence at St. John the Baptist Church, Peterborough. Bearing in mind who's he's writing for, this is a more 'safe' collection of poetry than we're used to seeing from CC, including a poem written with the 2012 queen's jubilee in mind. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available.
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
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Cardinal Cox - A Gaslit Romance
Industrialisation meets the occult in this intriguing poetry collection, which is enhanced more than usual by the Cardinal's notes. Send a C5 SAE to the address below, to see if any copies are still available, or email cardinalcox1@yahoo.co.uk
CARDINAL COX, 58 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RB.
- Paul Rance/booksmusicfilmstv.com.
Selected Cardinal Cox Links on the Web
Cardinal Cox at Poets United
Cardinal Cox's 'Money for the Colonels' poem
Cardinal Cox's 'They Loiter' Short Story
My experience as a Peterborough Poet Laureate - Pete 'Cardinal' Cox
...Than To Arrive - Poems by Pete 'Cardinal' Cox
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