Author: Philipp Kneis

Continuation of Tetralogy II, Part I

"Sturm & Drang, a forthcoming collection set for 2026, features early German poems from 1991 to 1998, reflecting the formative themes and structures of a lifelong poetic journey. Accompanied by English summaries, it provides insight into the poet's initial experimentation with imagery, myth, and philosophy for devotees of German poetry."

Futures Past, a forthcoming poetry collection set to be released in 2026, compiles works from 2020 to 2026, addressing themes of isolation and renewal amidst global crisis. It culminates with "Future's Prologue," linking reflections on ecological crises to the broader narrative that began in 1991, emphasizing time and memory.

Tetralogy II of the poetic series, spanning from 2009 to 2024, explores civilization’s development through two long-form syllogies, “The Road” and “The Garden.” The work shifts focus from nature to cultural creation, examining humanity's journey, philosophical concepts, and the aftermath of loss. Suitable for fans of deep, reflective poetry.

"One Moment in Time" is a poetry collection featuring over 300 poems that delve into themes of love, memory, faith, and mortality. Ranging from brief reflections to philosophical musings, it blends autobiography and imagination, inviting readers to explore the essence of humanity and find hope in fleeting moments amidst uncertainty.

Nowhere Place, a poetry collection from 2004 to 2010, delves into themes of identity, creativity, and belonging in a changing world. Organized into five sections, it combines lyrical reflections and structured verse, emphasizing that true belonging resides in memory, language, and mindful living rather than physical locations.

"Poems, Volume VII, 2001–2006" explores the interplay of language and music through rhythm, rhyme, and multilingual expressions. The collection delves into themes of memory, identity, and creativity, anchored by the piece "Pastiche" that revisits prior works. It appeals to fans of philosophical and experimental poetry.

"Poems, Volume VI, 1995–2025" is a collection exploring themes of endings such as love, identity, and life across three decades. The work combines lyric poetry with philosophical insights, featuring diverse sequences and an introductory essay on poetic form. It ultimately conveys that through darkness, endings can lead to resilience and hope.

Poems, Volume V (2023) presents "Qaddish · Sanctus · Bismillah," an extended poem reflecting on divine themes across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Accompanied by an essay on the interplay of faith, science, and philosophy, this collection seeks to engage readers with timeless questions of existence and spirituality.

"Chaos & Order" is a poetry collection spanning 1999 to 2020, exploring the tension between disorder and meaning. It reflects on themes of loss, love, and renewal through various philosophical and cultural motifs. This second edition invites readers to ponder resilience and the possibility of reconstructing order from chaos.