Books by Mark Lyons

Go-Ahead began life after the privatization of the National Bus Company in 1987. It has since acquired operations across England. It also operates Govia Thameslink Railway. Recently, it has established an overseas presence and runs franchised operations. Illustrated with over 150 color photographs, this book looks at its first 25 years in detail.

A summary of the chapters in this book commences with Philosophy & Humor. Poems that display a twisted way of thinking that are intended to crack a smile. Economic & Political takes a few shots at the way the American citizen is being used. Used by Corporate America, i.e., Wall Street, Big Oil, the Federal Banking System, and even our own government. Sentimental & Spiritual is some mushy love poems and about places I have visited that left an impression. Also, grouped with these are poems on God and/or religion. Conflict & Crisis is about disharmony, friction, war, etc., and also pertains to the conservation of nature, or lack thereof. The Dark Side delves into the gloomy arena where death and evil are showcased. Finally, Cynicism & Sarcasm closes out the book. This is the chapter where nothing is sacred. I look for targets; if I can hit the bull's-eye, I take a shot.