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2) The moon
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Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pub. Date
2006
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English
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Pictures of a father and child out in the moonlight illustrate Stevenson's poem from A child's garden of verses.
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IL: UG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 26
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English
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A retelling of the medieval poem about a group of travelers on a pilgrimage to Canterbury and the tales they tell each other. With their astonishing diversity of tone and subject matter, The Canterbury Tales have become one of the touchstones of medieval literature. Translated here into modern English, these tales of a motley crowd of pilgrims drawn from all walks of life-from knight to nun, miller to monk-reveal a picture of English life in the fourteenth...
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English
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In this representative collection of Christina Rossetti's poems we find a vast array of narrative tales, love lyrics, sonnets, hymns, ballads, and sprightly verses for children. Ranked among the finest English poets of the nineteenth century, Christina Rossetti is a widely read, though not widely imitated poet, recognized for her devotional poetry, influenced by the religious conservatism and asceticism of the Church of England. This collection of...
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Written between 1845 and 1846 and first published in 1850, "Sonnets from the Portuguese" is a series of love poems written by the English poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning to her husband, the famous English poet and playwright, Robert Browning, which was critically acclaimed and instantly popular upon its publication and has remained so to this day. Referring to her olive-skinned complexion, Robert called his wife "his little Portuguese". It is from...
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English
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Orchard and Vineyard (1921) is a poetry collection by Vita Sackville-West. While she is most widely recognized as the lover of English novelist Virginia Woolf, Sackville-West was a popular and gifted poet, playwright, and novelist in her own right. A prominent lesbian and bohemian figure, Sackville-West was also the daughter of an English Baron, granting her a unique and often divided perspective on life in the twentieth century. In “Mariana in...
7) Rapture
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English
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Winner of the T. S. Eliot Prize, "essential reading for the broken-hearted of all ages" (The Guardian)
The effortless virtuosity, drama, and humanity of Carol Ann Duffy's verse have made her much admired among contemporary poets. Rapture is a book-length love poem and a moving act of personal testimony. But what sets these poems apart from other treatments of the subject is Duffy's refusal to simplify the contradictions of love and read its transformations-infatuation,...
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English
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"A London Plane-Tree - And Other Verse" is an 1889 collection of poetry by Amy Levy. Amy Judith Levy (1861—1889) was a British poet, novelist, and essayist. She was notably the first Jewish woman to study at Cambridge university, and she became well-known for her feminist positions as well as relationships with both male and female political and literature figures. Contents include: "A London Plane-Tree", "Love, Dreams, & Death", "Moods and Thoughts",...
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English
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Building a Love Legacy is a profound journey through the heart and soul, penned by the evocative poet Daisy Dewi. In this collection, Dewi weaves together the delicate threads of love, loss, hope, and resilience, crafting a tapestry of emotions that speak to the universal experience of connection. Each poem is a step towards understanding the complexities of love-its beauty, its challenges, and its enduring power to transform lives.
Whether you...
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English
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"The Artistic Impulse" is a captivating collection of poems that delves into the depths of human creativity and expression. Each poem explores the intricate dance between inspiration and the act of creation, weaving a tapestry of emotions and ideas that resonate with the artist in all of us. From moments of intense passion to quiet reflections, this anthology captures the essence of the artistic journey. Whether you're an artist seeking solace or...
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English
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"Creative Horizons: Exploring New" is a poetic journey into the realms of imagination and self-discovery. This collection of poems delves into the depths of human emotion, offering a fresh perspective on the world around us. Each piece is a reflection of the limitless potential of the creative mind, inviting readers to embark on an exploration of new ideas, dreams, and possibilities. Whether contemplating the beauty of nature or the complexities of...
12) Sunset Promises
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English
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"Sunset Promises" is a collection of poems that captures the fleeting beauty of twilight moments and the whispers of promises made at dusk. Each poem is a journey through the quiet spaces of the heart, exploring themes of love, longing, and the delicate dance between hope and melancholy. With vivid imagery and heartfelt emotion, this collection invites readers to pause, reflect, and find solace in the gentle embrace of sunset's glow. Let these verses...
13) The Poet's Craft
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English
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The Poet's Craft by Karoliina Kadakas is a captivating journey into the heart of poetry, where words are meticulously woven to explore the depths of human emotion. With a delicate balance of light and shadow, this collection captures the essence of life's fleeting moments and the enduring beauty found in the ordinary.
Kadakas's poetry speaks with a voice both timeless and contemporary, drawing the reader into a world where every line is an invitation...
14) Love Reimagined
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English
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In "Love Reimagined," emotions come alive through vivid poetry that challenges our traditional understanding of love. Each poem reflects on the many facets of affection, from the tender and serene to the tumultuous and transformative. This collection invites readers to experience love in all its complexities, reimagining how it can shape, heal, and inspire us.
Whether you're a romantic at heart or someone seeking new perspectives on this timeless...
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English
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In Echoes of the Artistic Mind, Sandra Squirrel invites readers on a journey through the intricate landscapes of emotion and imagination. Each poem resonates with the echoes of an artist's soul, capturing the fleeting beauty of life and the profound depths of human experience. With a delicate touch and a keen eye for detail, Sandra weaves together themes of love, loss, hope, and self-discovery, offering a lyrical exploration of the world seen through...
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An award-winning collection from one of Ireland's major contemporary poets
PARALLAX: (Astron.) Apparent displacement, or difference in the apparent position, of an object, caused by actual change (or difference) of position of the point of observation. (OED)
In Parallax Sinéad Morrissey documents what is caught, and what is lost, when houses and cityscapes, servants and saboteurs ("the different people who lived in sepia"), are arrested in time...
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English
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Creative Boundaries Expanded by Sandra Squirrel is a captivating journey through the limitless realms of imagination. In this thought-provoking collection, Sandra weaves words into intricate tapestries, exploring the edges of creativity and emotion. Each poem invites the reader to venture beyond conventional boundaries, discovering new perspectives and hidden depths. Whether you are a seasoned poetry lover or a curious newcomer, this collection will...
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English
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"The Heart's Commitment" is a poignant collection of poems that delves into the depths of human emotions and the complexities of love. Each poem weaves a tapestry of feelings, exploring the joys and sorrows that come with opening one's heart. Through a blend of vivid imagery and lyrical language, this collection invites readers to reflect on their own experiences with love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit. Whether you are seeking solace,...
19) Merging Hearts
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English
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In "Merging Hearts," emotions intertwine in a delicate dance of words and rhythm. This poetry collection delves into the depths of love, loss, hope, and longing. Each poem is a brushstroke on the canvas of the heart, capturing fleeting moments of connection and introspection. Through vivid imagery and poignant reflections, this collection invites readers on a journey through the labyrinth of human experience, where every heartbeat echoes with the...
20) Transparencies
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English
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Vividly evoking the landscape of Scotland, particularly the brooding presences of the Scottish islands and Sutherland, these poems also touch on personal love and loss-combining nature with human themes in a collection that is both intimate and celebratory. Presented in English and Gaelic, the poems build on Meg Bateman's established flair for uniting intense emotion and feeling with a classic, restrained control and structure that harkens back to...
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