Then the War: And Selected Poems, 2007-2020 by Carl Phillips brings together a compelling selection of contemporary poetry that moves through desire, loss, memory, and the shifting terrain of human relationships. Phillips writes with precision and emotional depth, offering poems that are both intimate and expansive in their reflections on the inner life.
This collection will appeal to readers who appreciate thoughtful, lyrical writing that invites close reading and reflection. With its elegant language and layered themes, Then the War offers a powerful reading experience for anyone drawn to modern poetry that lingers long after the page is turned.
