The Bbc Collection of War Poetry: Eighty poems reflect the experience of war, from ancient conflicts through contemporary battles in such regions as Bosnia. Throughout the ages, poetry has always been a means of expressing the condition of war. Dating back to the 16th century, the poems in this specially compiled anthology tell of many common themes: the heat of battle, the homefront, the rigors of training, the loss of a loved one and the impact on the lives of those left behind. With over eighty poems read by acclaimed British actors Stephen moore, Tim Pigott-Smith, Juliet Stevenson and Sam West, this collection contains such well-known verse as Wilfred Owen's Anthem for Doomed Youth and Hnry Reeds Lessons of the War, aas well as lesser-known but equally enthralling poems including the early works of two young servicemen- Spike Milligan and Dirk Bogarde. From ancient battles, the two World Wars and even to the recent conflict in Bosnia, these poeems are sometimes humorous, sometimes moving, and always powerful. Produced by the world's experts in fine radio entertainment, this magnificent anthology will astound lovers of poetry and introduce a new world of peotry to first-time listeners.