Reconstruction of the Poet

Reconstruction of the Poet is a new collection from renowned Polish poet Zbigniew Herbert, featuring poems and plays spanning nearly five decades and translated into English for the first time. This anthology includes three plays and over fifty poems, reflecting Herbert's exploration of a post-war world and its cultural complexities. Celebrating his profound literary contributions, the collection invites readers—both new and familiar—with Herbert's work—to engage with themes of loss, friendship, and the search for meaning in turbulent times.