Celebrating a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet's centenary, this collection showcases Anthony Hecht's profound artistry, marked by a compassionate yet honest exploration of human frailty. Drawing from his experiences as a World War II infantryman and the liberation of death camps, Hecht's work reflects a deep engagement with the complexities of life and death. His poems, influenced by the rhythms of the King James Bible and classic literature, blend formal elegance with emotional intensity, addressing themes from the seven deadly sins to various portrayals of Death.
