David William Parry is a British author, poet, essayist, theatre practitioner, Old Catholic priest, lifelong activist and pacifist. His work spans religion, literature, sacred theatre, cultural criticism and public debate. He has written several books, including Caliban’s Redemption, The Grammar of Witchcraft, Mount Athos Inside Me, Women in Mayhem and Cultivating Presence. David has been associated with peace and liberation movements including the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament and the Gay Liberation Front. He completed a doctorate by portfolio in English at the University of South Wales.