War Poet

"War Poet" is a compelling biography of American poet Alan Seeger, who lost his life at the Battle of the Somme in 1916, renowned for his iconic poem "I Have a Rendezvous with Death." Celebrated as a hero in both America and Europe, Seeger's work garnered admiration from figures like Theodore Roosevelt and left an enduring mark on literature, influencing writers such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway. Author Michael Hill, utilizing newly uncovered archival material, presents a rich portrait of this remarkable poet whose legacy continues to resonate over a century later.