A Leaf Falls Silently

In his second collection of controversial poetry, Carlin Charles Thompson addresses religion, poverty, aging, substance use, violence, and sexuality. He reflects on the unfathomable future of technology and the ever-resurfacing issues of history. Inspired by everything from warfare to man's best friend, Thompson makes us stop and think as well as smile.Thompson's consistent, minimalist style and rhyme scheme sets the tone that one needs only a few words to send a powerful message or evoke an image. His signature structure emphasizes the simple nature of human ignorance, providing raw and basic observations on controversial topics alongside his enduring love for getting good sleep.With notes from the author following each piece, he provides a personal context and accompanies his creative works with commentary. Many poets leave their poems up for interpretation, but true to form, Thompson makes his opinions known in straightforward terms.