Recognized for crafting clear, classic, and compelling poems, Robert J. Tiess has been writing poetry since the 1980s. Robert is a SUNY New Paltz graduate, where he earned his degree in English Literature, and he is a lifetime resident of New York State, where he has enjoyed a fulfilling career in public library service.The Humbling and Other Poems is his "debut" poetry collection.His second and third poetry collections are...+ May We Learn from the Earth: Nature Poems and Reflections on the Environment+ Gracious Nature: Poems on Earth and LifeRobert's works have appeared in a variety of literary journals, poetry publications, websites, podcasts, and radio shows over the years.You can learn more about the author and his works at his website.From the poet: "I enjoy writing poems that people can understand, enjoy, and remember. I often focus on nature and environmental awareness. I explore a variety of subjects I consider compelling or crucial. My most frequent themes include ecology/Earth, humility, truth, compassion, love, unity, equality, justice, empowerment, freedom, tolerance, peace, gratitude, mindfulness, individuality, philosophy, spirituality, art, science, mythology, and imagination. I compose my poems with everyone in mind. All readers are welcome, respected, and appreciated here. Thank you for your interest in my works."Read more about this authorRead less about this author