Poems by Wilfred Owen
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Owen, Wilfred, 1893-1918
English
"Poems by Wilfred Owen" is a collection of war poetry published posthumously in the early 20th century, encompassing the poignant and tragic themes surrounding World War I. Written mainly during Owen's time as a soldier, the poems delve deeply into the horrors of combat, the futility of war, and the emotional and physical scars it leaves on individ...
soldiers' experiences, making it a critical commentary on the glorification of war. The collection contains notable poems such as "Dulce et Decorum est," which contrasts the romanticism often associated with warfare with the brutal reality faced by soldiers, and "Anthem for Doomed Youth," which mourns the loss of life in battle while critiquing the lack of traditional mourning rituals for fallen soldiers. Owen's poems reflect both personal grief and broader societal themes, using vivid imagery and innovative language to capture the trauma and disillusionment of a generation. The collection ultimately serves as a powerful testament to the human cost of war, advocating for remembrance and compassion over heroism and glory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Brian Wright
5 months agoWithout a doubt, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. A true masterpiece of its kind.
Richard Hall
1 month agoFrom the very first page, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. I learned so much from this.
Robert Garcia
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Mason Moore
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Nancy Clark
4 months agoMake no mistake, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. Simply brilliant.