Within the Penumbra of Still Photographs is a powerful anthology of contemporary free-form poetry that captures the fleeting, vivid intensity of lived experience. Spanning over a decade and 52 countries, this collection is not just a book of poems—it is a raw, unfiltered travelogue of the human condition. From surviving Ukrainian warzones to standing atop an active volcano in Central America, from the quiet surrealism of sharing a Japanese onsen with snow monkeys to the agony of food poisoning twelve meters beneath the Red Sea, and the heartbreaking stillness of witnessing a loved one pass from cancer—each poem in this collection serves as a still photograph of a life lived on the edge of the extraordinary. As time passes, even the most striking memories begin to blur. Much like an old polaroid fading in the sun, the emotional texture of our most profound moments can slip into obscurity. This book exists to resist that fade. It captures those raw fragments—grief, awe, discomfort, wonder, love—and preserves them in lyrical form, giving voice to the in-between moments often left outside the frame. Perfect for readers who enjoy travel poetry, memoir in verse, grief and healing poetry, and global, reflective narratives, Within the Penumbra of Still Photographs invites you to revisit what it means to feel deeply, to travel far, and to remember vividly. Whether you're drawn to modern poetry, literary travel writing, or contemporary free verse, this book offers a rich, emotional tapestry that resonates long after the final page.