Bearing Witness: Poetry for Troubled Times

Poetry That Bears Witness to Our Troubled Era

Bearing Witness: Poetry for Troubled Times is a powerful anthology of contemporary poems responding to the crises shaping our world. From the disintegration of American democracy to wars in Gaza and Afghanistan, these poems confront political turmoil, human suffering, injustice, and the search for hope amid darkness.

Edited by Alan Abrams and Jennifer Polhemus, with an afterword by B. B. Riefner, this collection gathers a wide range of poetic voices that refuse to remain silent.

Timely Poetry AnthologyA compelling collection of topical poems addressing war, politics, social justice, and human resilience in troubled times.Edited by Alan Abrams & Jennifer PolhemusTwo experienced poets and editors committed to engaged, meaningful literature.Diverse & Powerful VoicesFeatures work from dozens of contemporary poets including Fran Abrams, Casey Zella Andrews, Edward Baranosky, and many others.Perfect for Thoughtful ReadersIdeal for lovers of political poetry, activist literature, contemporary anthologies, and poetry that responds to current events. Excellent for book clubs, classrooms, and personal reflection.From Sligo Creek Publishing152-page paperback anthology offering a chorus of poetic responses to the challenges of our age.

About the Editors

Alan Abrams and Jennifer Polhemus are poets, editors, and longtime champions of poetry that engages with the world. Together they have created this anthology as a space for poets to bear witness to history, suffering, and the enduring human spirit. The collection includes an afterword by B. B. Riefner.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GJJDFX6L
• ISBN13: 9798999256881
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Sligo Creek Publishing Company
• Length: 154 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"