War Poems: The Complete Works of Wilfred Owen
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The definitive collection of World War I's most powerful soldier-poet This complete edition brings together the entire poetic legacy of Wilfred Owen (1893-1918), the British officer whose unflinching war poetry forever changed how we understand the true cost of battle. Tragically killed in action just one week before the Armistice, Owen left behind a small but mighty body of work that continues to move readers worldwide. What you'll discover inside: All 23 of Owen's masterpieces including "Dulce et Decorum Est," "Anthem for Doomed Youth," "Strange Meeting," and "Mental Cases" 56 complete poems - the most comprehensive Owen collection available Original introduction by Siegfried Sassoon, Owen's mentor and fellow war poet Owen's own preface featuring his prophetic words: "The poetry is in the pity" Why Owen matters today: While other war poets wrote of honor and glory, Owen wrote the truth. His revolutionary verse exposed the brutal reality of trench warfare, poison gas attacks, and shell shock with unprecedented honesty. This complete collection ensures that his urgent message—that we must witness and remember the true face of war—lives on. "My subject is War, and the pity of War." - Wilfred Owen Experience the complete legacy of one of literature's most important voices. Add to cart now and discover why Owen's poetry remains essential reading over a century later.
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THE PULSE
The brutal realities of World War I are laid bare through the unflinching verse of a soldier who witnessed its horrors firsthand. Wilfred Owen, a British officer tragically killed just before the Armistice, captured the true cost of battle in a small but potent body of work. His poetry confronts readers with the visceral experiences of trench warfare, poison gas, and shell shock, offering a stark counterpoint to romanticized notions of glory. This collection presents his complete poetic legacy, driven by his conviction that 'The poetry is in the pity.'
INSIDE THE PAGES
- All 23 of Wilfred Owen's most celebrated poems, including 'Dulce et Decorum Est,' 'Anthem for Doomed Youth,' 'Strange Meeting,' and 'Mental Cases.'
- A comprehensive collection featuring 56 complete poems by Wilfred Owen.
- An original introduction penned by Siegfried Sassoon, Owen's mentor and fellow war poet.
- Owen's own preface, containing his significant statement: 'The poetry is in the pity.'
- Poetry that exposes the brutal reality of trench warfare, poison gas attacks, and shell shock with unprecedented honesty.
- Verse that focuses on the truth of war's experience rather than themes of honor and glory.
- A collection that ensures Owen's urgent message of remembrance of war's true face endures.
THE COLLECTIVE ECHO
Wilfred Owen's poetry is widely regarded as some of the most significant and impactful of the First World War, offering a raw and honest perspective on the soldier's experience. His work is frequently studied for its powerful imagery and its stark portrayal of the physical and psychological toll of combat. Critics and readers alike have consistently praised Owen for his unflinching honesty and his ability to convey the profound tragedy of war. This collection, featuring an introduction by Siegfried Sassoon and Owen's own preface, is presented as the definitive compilation of his essential verse, ensuring his vital message continues to resonate.
Page Count:
122
Publication Date:
2025-09-23
Publisher:
Independently published
ISBN-13:
9798266827080
Historical Fiction
Poetry
Classics
Fiction
War poetry
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