John Amen's Illusion of an Overwhelm offers four distinct series: -Hallelujah Anima, - in which the poet explores desire, self-inquiry, and ambivalence, as well as the torturous journey of inner healing; -The American Myths, - highlighting the intersections between politics, religion, and archetypal dynamics, inspired in part by Black Lives Matter and other progressive forms of populism; -My Gallery Days, - which focuses on multiple characters and overlapping narratives, offering poetic commentaries on art and the fleeting nature of life; and -Portrait of Us, - the poet's...