The Poetry of World War I

In the midst of the exploding shells and flying bullets of World War I, soldiers took pen to paper to record their terrifying experiences in the form of poetry. Poignant verses tell us of the true horror of war but also remind us of the strength of human courage and virtue. This collection of poems features the most forceful and evocative of the poets of the Great War, including Rupert Brooke, Wildred Owen, Charles Sorley, and Ivor Gurney, and stands as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made in those years.