The Secret Life of Poems by Tom Paulin is a captivating first edition paperback book that serves as a poetry primer for young adults and adults. Published by Faber & Faber in 2011, this English language book explores the world of literature through a modernist lens. With a total of 221 pages, the book is illustrated by the talented Tom Paulin and is a must-have for those who appreciate the beauty and complexity of poetry.