War Hurts More Than Once is a poignant and powerful collection of free verse poetry that delves deep into the emotional, psychological, and spiritual aftermath of war. Written by Vietnam veteran T. Paul Frazier, this book is both a personal testimony and a universal reflection on the enduring wounds of combat, the complexity of reintegration into civilian life, and the profound transformation from soldier to peacemaker.
With raw honesty and lyrical depth, Frazier explores the battles that continue long after the last shot is fired. Each poem serves as a window into the heart of a warrior, grappling with grief, searching for peace, confronting memories, and holding onto hope. The collection speaks to the internal war waged by veterans, a war often hidden from view, yet just as fierce and unrelenting.
This emotionally stirring volume offers a rare and intimate perspective on the true cost of war. It seeks not only to shed light on the veteran experience, but also to foster empathy, understanding, and healing among readers of all backgrounds. Through his artful verse, Frazier extends an invitation, to bear witness, to remember, and to imagine a world where compassion triumphs over conflict.
War Hurts More Than Once is essential reading for veterans and their families, students of history and literature, mental health professionals, and poetry enthusiasts alike. It is more than a book, it is a journey through trauma and recovery, memory and meaning, pain and purpose.