Fast Forward by Peter Porter presents a compelling collection of poetry that navigates the complexities of modern life, memory, and mortality with characteristic wit and intellectual depth. Porter's poems often blend the personal with the public, drawing on historical events, classical allusions, and contemporary observations to create a rich tapestry of human experience. The collection showcases his mastery of form and language, offering incisive critiques of society while also exploring moments of profound beauty and vulnerability. Readers will find themselves challenged and engaged by Porter's distinctive voice and his unflinching examination of what it means to live in an ever-accelerating world.