Upon Learning That

A poetry anthology for arts and science lovers featuring poems based on exciting facts about the world that we live in.

This anthology was contributed to by 72 talented poets from all corners of the Earth. The mission was to write a poem based on an interesting fact about the natural world using the title prompt, "Upon learning that".

This book was founded on the belief that poetry can and should be for everyone. Conventional poetry often locks potential readers out with abstract language and content. Titling the poem with an interesting fact about the world provides a doorway in for readers (and for writers who are struggling for inspiration).

"Furthering our understanding of this world fosters empathy and furthering our empathy connects us more deeply to all other lifeforms." (Alex Dawson, Introduction)

This anthology predominantly features poems based on facts about nature and biology; including insects, animals, trees, the human body, birds, ecosystems and outer space... there's even a poem about bread! The poets included use these facts as jumping off points for incredible and insightful reflections on identity, loss, longing, grief, joy and a spectrum of other human experiences.

This book is a must-have for lovers of poetry and science, or those seeking to actively learn and feel at the same time. It's the perfect left-brain/right-brain read and an ideal gift for nature and poetry lovers.