Author Theodies Mitchell

Tag: #ThePowerOfPoetry

  • The Wrong Battlefield – A Bold, Poetic Portrait of Identity, Conflict, and Service 

    The Wrong Battlefield – A Bold, Poetic Portrait of Identity, Conflict, and Service 

    Experience the Conflict in The Wrong Battlefield poems 

    The Wrong Battlefield by Theodies Mitchell Jr. is a rare and necessary poetic reflection on what it means to serve two causes at once: a nation and a people. Written during Mitchell’s 20-year military career, much of it set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement, this collection gives voice to a dual struggle. It captures the emotional tug-of-war between patriotism and the ongoing fight for racial justice—a conflict many lived but few had the opportunity to express.

    Each poem serves as a window into the quiet, personal war that raged beneath the surface. With vivid language and fearless honesty, Mitchell brings to life the tension between honoring the American flag and witnessing firsthand the injustices faced by Black Americans. These poems do not ask for sympathy. They demand understanding. They echo the pain, confusion, pride, and disillusionment that come with loving a country that didn’t always love you back.

    The cover art itself tells a powerful story: one man split between two roles—one defined by his military service, and the other grounded in his Black identity. That image mirrors the soul of the book. The Wrong Battlefield is more than a collection of poems—it is a testimony, a historical archive, and an emotional blueprint of a soldier’s internal revolution. Through each line, Mitchell challenges readers to consider what it truly means to wear a uniform while also wearing a target.

    This collection is for anyone who has ever felt torn between who they are and what they represent. Mitchell’s poetry doesn’t just tell his story—it speaks for generations who fought battles the world never saw. It is sobering, it is powerful, and it is long overdue.

    If you’re ready to be moved by poetry that confronts and heals all at once, The Wrong Battlefield belongs on your shelf. Order your copy today at https://www.authortheodiesmitchell.com. For direct communication or feedback, you can contact the author at info@authortheodiesmitchell.com.