Flying Out With the Wounded

by Anne Caston

This collection of poems is striking in its powerful representation of humanity and its dramatic use of language. Anne Caston explores the inner recesses of the human mind and body, delving into the murky shadows where individuals fear to tread. The poems consider the nature of death, love, brutality, friendship, and much more. Caston plays with different points of view and keeps readers on their toes. The physicality of these moving and disturbing poems is sure to captivate lovers of poetry.

Genres: Poetry

122 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1997

Reviews

[Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

The wings of sorrow open in me, /
a wild blue bird under my heart.

"After the Siege"

[Abbey · Rating 5 out of 5]

an amazing book of poetry. Emotional and gory at times, but well worth the read.

[Kirsten · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tough, gorgeous poetry.