A Pity Called War

War has shaped civilizations, redrawn borders, and altered the course of human history. Yet behind every battle lie untold stories of loss, longing, resilience, displacement, sacrifice, and hope. A Pity Called War is a powerful anthology that brings together the voices of more than 200 poets from diverse backgrounds, united by a common desire to reflect upon the human consequences of conflict. Through poignant verses and thought-provoking imagery, the poets explore the emotional, social, and psychological dimensions of war—its devastation, its contradictions, and its enduring impact on individuals and communities. The collection serves not only as a literary response to violence and division but also as a call for peace, empathy, and collective humanity. Edited by Ashoke Viswanathan and Swarupa Chatterjee, with a foreword by Sanjukta Dasgupta, this anthology stands as a testament to the power of poetry to bear witness, provoke reflection, and inspire dialogue. A Pity Called War is more than a collection of poems—it is a chorus of voices reminding us that while wars may be fought by nations, their consequences are endured by people.