War Is Kind and Other Poems

author: Stephen Crane
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.10
book published: 1899
rating: 5
read at: 2016/07/24
date added: 2016/07/24
shelves: classics
review:
"'War is Kind' and Other Poems" by Stephen Crane is a rich collection of poetry by a person who was pretty prolific during a shortened life that ended at the age of 28. Although mainly known these days for writing 'The Red Badge of Courage,' his poetry is something I'm glad I was introduced to in this volume.

This volume includes two complete, albeit short, books of poems: 'The Black Riders and Other Lines,' and 'War is Kind.' There are also some uncollected poems included. Crane's work has been categorized as Naturalism, Impressionism and American realism. The works don't conform to rhyme or meter. Some don't even have titles.

The writing is strong and bold. The ideas seem more cerebral than emotional. There are arguments with God and even the universe itself. I was surprised at how the poetry had a feeling like it was 20 years ahead of it's time. I really enjoyed this volume of poetry and getting introduced to this side of Stephen Crane.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Dover Publications and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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