About The Ardboe Poet

Discover the rich heritage of Ardboe Poet John Colman, who wrote captivating Irish poetry at the start of the 20th Century. Immerse yourself in the lyrical beauty of his words.

John Coleman’s poetry was published in the weekly Mid Ulster Mail between 1927 and 1938. His book, researched and compiled by his Great Grandson Jack Adair, consists of 137 poems. 5 of the poems included are replies to John by Daniel Treanor from the USA.