Selected Poems , presents a collection of some of Bob Schneider's best poetry from the last 30 years The style is distinctly surreal, often forgoing traditional poetic forms in favor of direct and unembellished language. Schneider's voice shifts fluidly, juxtaposing deeply personal reflections with sharp social observations and pop culture references. The tone oscillates between the somber and the grotesque, creating a disorienting yet compelling atmosphere. A notable feature is the use of fragmented, dream-like narratives that resist linear interpretation and challenge the reader to engage with the text on a more symbolic level. Through these techniques, Schneider constructs a poetic landscape that is both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant.