Conflict

Conflict burns
Its flames consume all in its path
Leaving behind
A trail of carnage
Whether it be internal or external
A temporary or permanent state
Its effects are far-reaching

Conflict is all around us
In our homes, workplaces, communities
Between countries, individuals
Society as a whole

A collection of conflict poems tackling some hard-hitting issues facing individuals and society as a whole. Covering both internal and external conflicts such as war, environmental issues, inequality, poverty, death, physical illness, mental health, self-harm, addiction, domestic violence, sexual abuse, sexting, grooming, trafficking and literary conflicts.

Whilst this book is aimed at older children and adults, it can be used as a resource by schools (KS2, KS3 & KS4) and parents to encourage age-appropriate discussions. It is ideal for PSHE lessons and as an introduction to conflict poetry for KS3/KS4 students, to help with their conflict poetry module in GCSE English.

Angela Marie James writes books for both children and adults. She is also a performance poet and storyteller, and has performed her work in schools, nurseries, colleges, universities, libraries, museums, clubs and at community events.