ARDUS Publications, John Patrick Boutilier and Gina Ancheta Agsaulio are proud to present the first of five volumes of love poetry from the greatest contemporary poets around the world. The authors contained herein are from the four corners of the world. They have submitted their poetry to bring you, the reader, some pleasure and love. The poetry contained herein, and within the following four volumes, ranges greatly in style and comes from the hearts of both young and old, male and female, practiced and amateur. Each author speaks for us all that have shared their joy and their anguish. This is truly an amazing anthology, worthy of honoured place in any library. We hope you enjoy.