Collected Poems brings together the celebrated works of Carol Ann Duffy across her poetic career—from her earliest volumes like Standing Female Nude to later collections such as Ritual Lighting. The anthology also includes her beloved Christmas poems, which explore themes ranging from historical generosity (e.g., King Wenceslas) to poignant wartime moments (e.g., the 1914 Christmas truce). Throughout the collection, Duffy’s poetry traverses public and personal terrains—witty, resonant, provocative, and tender—embodying her ethos that “poetry is the music of being human.” This edition serves both as an accessible gateway for new readers and a nostalgic volume for long-time admirers.