Into the New World

Exploring themes of war, peace, and human connection, the title poem reflects on the World Trade Center site post-destruction. Schultz's distinctive voice weaves through historical and contemporary perspectives, incorporating the influences of Emerson, Thoreau, and William James. The collection features diverse speakers, from a Confederate surgeon to a Khmer Rouge photographer, and captures moments of lyric insight amidst nature, love, and family. Written mostly in free verse, it also experiments with various poetic forms, creating a compassionate dialogue among readers.