Author Archives: Thomas Strunk

Summer Update

Posted on August 6, 2026 by Thomas Strunk

The summer has been quickly passing by with lots of delightful experiences and hard-won progress on a variety of projects. I put the finishing touches (for now) on my memoir manuscript The Hemlock and the Honey: A Year of Discovery, Death, … Continue reading →

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The Lives of Cato the Younger from Ancient Rome to Modern America released January 6, 2026

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Thomas Strunk

So excited for my book, The Lives of Cato the Younger from Ancient Rome to Modern America to be released today by University of Michigan Press! Here are a couple fun facts about Cato – he was most likely the inspiration … Continue reading →

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The Lives of Cato the Younger from Ancient Rome to Modern America – Forthcoming Book Release

Posted on November 20, 2025 by Thomas Strunk

Just received the advance copy of my latest book, The Lives of Cato the Younger from Ancient Rome to Modern America. The Lives of Cato will be released on January 6, 2026. by University of Michigan Press. Here’s the Table … Continue reading →

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Books by the Banks Cincinnati – The Courage to Share

Posted on November 20, 2025 by Thomas Strunk

Last week, I had a great opportunity to participate in a panel, “The Courage to Share,” at Books by the Banks, Cincinnati’s annual book festival. I was joined by fellow poets and panelists Manuel Iris, Desirae Hosley (The SilentPoet), and … Continue reading →

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The Lives of Cato the Younger from Ancient Rome to Modern America

Posted on November 18, 2025 by Thomas Strunk

My latest book, The Lives of Cato the Younger from Ancient Rome to Modern America, will be released on January 6, 2026. by University of Michigan Press. The Lives of Cato traces the reception and influence of Cato from his … Continue reading →

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Reading at Poetry and Song Series

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Thomas Strunk

I’ll be reading at the Poetry & Song Series at the Falcon Theatre on February 15th, 2024. I’ll be reading poems from my collection Transfigurations as well as some new material. There will also be some wonderful music by Raison D’Etre … Continue reading →

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Transfigurations Poetry Reading at Sitwell’s 9/5/23

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Thomas Strunk

In two weeks, Tuesday Sept. 5th, I’ll be reading from my poetry collection Transfigurations along with some newer poems. I’ll be joined by the wonderful poet Dick Westheimer. Open mic begins at 7:00. Come and read your work or just … Continue reading →

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Quintilian: The Latin Teacher Podcast

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Thomas Strunk

In July, I appeared on Ryan Sellers’ Quintilian: The Latin Teacher Podcast to talk about Cincinnati, Bob Dylan and the classical tradition, and lessons from the fall of the Roman Republic for the American people. Listen to the interview here: … Continue reading →

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Transfigurations – Poems by Thomas E. Strunk

Posted on February 6, 2023 by Thomas Strunk

I’m happy to announce that Main Street Rag Press will be publishing my poetry collection Transfigurations. This collection of poems, mostly written in the last couple years, reckons with loss and celebrates renewal. A few sample poems are available on … Continue reading →

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Paperback release – On the Fall of the Roman Empire: Lessons for the American People

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Thomas Strunk

Anthem Press has just released the paperback edition of my book On the Fall of the Roman Republic: Lessons for the American People.  Bonus material is available on my blog LiberationNow.org.

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