Mental Cases is a collection of poems by Wilfred Owen, a British soldier and poet who served in World War I. The poems in this collection explore the psychological effects of war on soldiers, and the physical and mental toll it takes on them. The poems are written in a variety of styles, from traditional rhyming verse to free verse. The collection includes some of Owen's most famous works, such as "Dulce et Decorum Est" and "Anthem for Doomed Youth." The poems are often dark and disturbing, but they also contain moments of hope and beauty. Mental Cases is a powerful and moving collection of poetry that serves as a reminder of the horrors of war and the lasting effects it can have on those who experience it.
By Wilfred Owen · First published 1918 · Genre: Poetry, War Literature, Modernism