Minds at War
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French Poems of The Great War |
The First World War section includes some of the most famous war poems of all time by Wilfred Owen and others. The basic notes provided with some of these poems will be useful for students. There is biographical information about 25 First World War poets, with substantial amounts on Wilfred Owen in particular. Minds at War - A book worth possessing, a book for every libraryOne of the largest anthologies of poetry of The First World War, but more than this, it is particularly interesting and informative because it is packed with fascinating insights into the lives of poets and the historical context.
Edited by David Roberts, Published by Saxon Books Tenth printing 2017
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Remembrance Poems and Readings - Invaluable for all who are preparing remembrance and memorial events or meetings or meditations reflecting on matters of war and peace.
Importance of Remembrance Day in the National Calendar
No other day is more important in the
national calendar than Remembrance Day. It is celebrated in
every town, city and almost every village in the UK. Similar
events take place around the world. Remembrance event ideas
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contemporary to ancient
Here is collection of words for
remembrance events, and thoughts about remembrance, war and
peace, spanning over two thousand years. Amongst these
traditional, ancient and new poems, prayers and readings there
may be found pieces suitable for twenty-first century
Remembrance and Memorial events, and meetings or services that
may focus on issues of war and peace.
Some pieces may suggest
ways of developing ideas for commemorative occasions. Many of the items included in this collection will prove moving, thought provoking and even inspirational.
120 pages paperback. ISBN
978-0-9528969-6-8 Poems and readings selected and
introduced by David Roberts. Published by Saxon Books More information on the Remembering War Blog.
Remembrance poetry on this website
(link).
Minds at War - the Poetry and Experience Edited by David
Roberts One of the largest anthologies of
First World War poetry. Also includes poets' letters,
news reports and historical background. Illustrated. Richly
informative. This book is not new for the centenary.
It is long established (nearly 20 years) as an important
collection of first world war poetry. The classic poems and
popular verse are here but, importantly, they are set
in context. The commentary and additional materials give a
fascinating insight into the thinking of people - soldiers,
generals, the media, politicians, and poets - in those
troubled years. Full of insights and highly readable. One of
the largest collections of First World War poetry. More
information about Minds at War and
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................................................... BOOKS For information about anthologies of poetry,
collections of poems by specific war poets, and relevant history
books please see the
bookshop page.
2014
Notes on the History of the First World War. Key events and
ideas briefly explained [first section]
British poetry encouraging a fighting spirit before 1914
- in First World War section
Commemorating the First World War - a new poem
One of the most talented of all French First World War
poets. Who was he? What did he write? Why did he fall into
obscurity for 90 years?
For the first time Paul Granier's collection of poems is
published in English in a fine translation by Ian Higgins
and is available now.
Visit our
BOOKSHOP page for Cockerels and Vultures and
other books of First World War poetry and history.
How was it possible for allegedly Christian countries to
fight each other in the First World War?
More . . .
Also added in 2013 -
German Jewish Poetry of the First World War
translated into English. Most of these poems have never been
published in English till now and most are unknown in
Germany.
We Are the Dead
takes anthologies of First World War poetry into new
areas.
It features poems and war paintings from five countries.
A large format book, superbly printed on quality paper. £25-00.
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Minds at War
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on the War Poetry website..
A shorter alternative to Minds at War is
Out in the Dark.
Part of the record of The Falklands War and the effects
of war - an important part of Britain's modern
history.
Falklands War Poetry
Falklands War Poetry, edited by David Roberts was published
by Saxon Books in spring 2012. Poems are from Britain, the
Falkland Islands and Argentina.
www.warpoetry.co.uk , the number
one in search engines for "war poetry"
More. . .
For
Review of The One Hundred Years' War by David Roberts click here.
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The pages of this website devoted to war poems of today are listed below this introduction.
They include poems of the wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo,
Falklands, Vietnam, Africa and the Israel/Palestine conflict.
There are a href="RemembranceB.htm">remembrance
poems, peace poems and anti-war poems too.
The contemporary war poetry on this website expresses a wide variety of views,
experience and insights.
Each poet has his or her own distinctive voice. Today's war poets are people involved in warfare, affected by it or concerned about its affects.
WAR POETRY TODAY You can now instantly upload your poems directly to this website yourself. Please see the opening page of this section of the website (WAR POETRY TODAY). Click here to access. On this contributors' page click on "Replies" to read poems placed on the page - the latest war poetry available.
The Issues index page provides links to
background information,
videos,
discussions of war, peace, politics, international relations, and international law relating to war.
The views of Tony Blair, a former Nuremberg prosecutor and a former Assistant Secretary General of the United Nations and others can be read here.
Most countries do not indulge in warfare. It is a matter of concern and distress to many people in the world that a significant handful of countries, often in defiance of United Nations' principles, are almost constantly at war, either overtly, or through the support and provocation of others.
Clickable Links to modern war poetry pages on this website
War Poetry Today
25 January 2013. Second anniversary of the
Egyptian Revolution.
My video poem, written shortly after the
victory, suggested that to celebrate before the new leaders had
taken over might be premature. See other responses too by
clicking here. - David Roberts, Editor.
Link to Books of war poetry and for writers of war poetry. Books about recent wars and the politics of war and peace. Information and BUY NOW links to best prices.
Video Pages
Videos about the Iraq War 2003 - the bombing
Background to the Iraq War - Videos
Poetry videos can be found on the Northern Ireland page, the Palestine page, 2011 page and the 2012 page.
Suheir Hammad - See her video speaking her poem, What I will. (An expression of a determination to dissociate herself from what the 9/11 criminals did and everything they stood for. A modern statement of pacifism.)
The War Poetry website popularity It is number one in Google for war poetry. The War Poetry website is gaining in popularity. On Remembrance Day, 11 November 2010, there were 25,470 visits, in 2011 49,567 visits, and 2012 there were 55,601 visits. In the period 12 November 2011 to 13 November 2012 there were 958,953 visits to The War Poetry website.
Video of former Nuremberg Prosecutor speaking on the illegality of the NATO bombing of Kosovo From ISSUES (in the left column) you can access the Kosovo page where you can access this unique video. It's a truly historic statement by the late Walter Rockler recorded at the request of the editor in 2000. It is available here for the first time since we placed the video on YouTube in October 2010.
Prolific American anti-war poet David Martin Click here to link to his website for his many poems which are very critical and cynical about American foreign policy.
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