Poetry

Charles Baudelaire's Flowers of Evil is a seminal work of poetry that has inspired generations of writers. This bilingual edition brings together the original French versions with a new English translation, showcasing the opulence, tortured...

Dante Alighieri's Inferno is a masterpiece of medieval poetry, presented in a vigorous translation that captures the original's style and power. Mark Musa's blank verse rendition brings the poet's journey through the circles of hell to life, recreating...

Charles Causley's Collected Poems, 1951-2000 This superb collection gathers together a lifetime of poetry from one of the finest poets of his generation. Spanning over fifty years, it includes his most recent unpublished work alongside poems for...

Hardcover, 96 pages, 27/12/2022 In this lyrical satire, Pam Ayres explores the undercurrents of rural life, where the natural world and human relationships are increasingly at odds. A cast of characters, from fishermen to farmers, and even the animals...

Ezra Pound's Personae is a seminal collection of his shorter poems, published in 1926. This definitive work showcases the poet's innovative style and his use of various personas or 'masks' to express different aspects of his personality.First published...

The Collected Poems of Lord Byron A comprehensive collection of the works of one of the most celebrated poets of the Romantic era, featuring selections from Don Juan, Childe Harold's Pilgrimage, and satirical poems such as English Bards and Scotch...

Trout Fishing in America, The Pill Versus the Springhill Mine Disaster, and In Watermelon Sugar, a collection of poetry, are three works by Richard Brautigan, a prominent figure of the 1960s counterculture movement. This collection brings together three...

John Milton's Complete Poems is a comprehensive collection of the poet's most celebrated works, showcasing his mastery of various verse forms and themes.From the devotional 'On the Morning of Christ's Nativity' to the epic 'Paradise Lost', and the...

A History of Clouds 99 Meditations by Hans Magnus Enzensberger is a collection of 99 meditations that explore the human experience through the lens of everyday life. Enzensberger reflects on the beauty and significance of ordinary objects, such as a pair...

The Canterbury Tales, written in the original Middle English, is a masterpiece of English literature that showcases a diverse range of storytelling styles and vivid depictions of medieval life. The book tells the story of a competition between pilgrims...

Clive James' latest work, The River in the Sky, is a book-length poem that takes readers on a journey through the author's life, exploring the fragility and beauty of his experiences. Despite being confined to his Cambridge home, James' mind is free to...

A wonderfully readable anthology of our greatest poetry, chosen by John Carey, presents a uniquely valuable collection of verse. By selecting the one-hundred greatest poets from across the centuries and choosing their finest poems, Carey has created a...

Rangoli is a poignant collection of poetry that explores the complexities of diaspora and colorism, navigating the boundaries between cultures and within. Through its pages, the author delves into the intricacies of identity, community, and belonging.

The Poetry of the Second World War: An Anthology The Second World War had a profound impact on British poetry, giving rise to a new generation of poets who responded to the conflict in powerful and innovative ways. This anthology brings together a...

Becky Hemsley's second poetry collection, What the Wild Replied, explores the human experience through the changing seasons. This collection of poems navigates the complexities of life, offering guidance on how to navigate our own winters, find hope in...

Aoibhin Garrihy's collection of poetry, Every Day is a Fresh Beginning, offers a powerful and uplifting reading experience. The book brings together a range of verses from classic and contemporary poets, including Emily Bronte, W.B. Yeats, Seamus Heaney,...

Paradise Lost is an epic poem in blank verse by John Milton, first published in 1667. The poem consists of ten books, featuring over ten thousand lines of verse, and is considered Milton's major work, solidifying his reputation as one of the greatest...

Ian Duhig's New and Selected Poems is a retrospective collection of his work, featuring new pieces alongside his acclaimed debut, The Bradford Count. This eclectic gathering showcases Duhig's effortlessly fascinating and endlessly quotable verse, drawing...

Ocean Vuong's second poetry collection is a deeply intimate exploration of grief, family, and the search for life beyond loss. The poems contend with personal pain, the meaning of family, and the value of joy in a fractured American spirit. Vuong's...

Neil Astley's Being Alive is a companion anthology to his bestselling Staying Alive, offering a diverse selection of contemporary poetry from around the world. This lively collection explores the human experience, touching on themes of love, loss, fear,...

Autumn's hues are captured in this collection of ten poems, a poignant reflection on the season's fleeting beauty.Written by Emily Brontë, this anthology explores the themes and emotions that autumn evokes, from the passing of time to the quiet...

Ted Hughes's New Selected Poems 1957-1994 offers a comprehensive collection of his poetry from a pivotal period in his career. This volume replaces his earlier Selected Poems 1957-1981, featuring a larger selection of poems from the same era, along with...

The Penguin Book of Scottish Verse is a comprehensive anthology that spans the entire history of Scottish poetry, from the 6th century to the end of the 20th century. This unique collection brings together the work of both renowned masters and...

East Rhymes, a collection of poetry by Michael Conroy, brings together some of the work that has garnered loyalty from dedicated individuals around the globe. This compilation showcases the poet's unique voice and perspective.Consistently overlooked and...

Rudyard Kipling's poetry is a unique blend of rhythms and popular forms of speech, showcasing his ability to craft dramatic monologues and extended ballads. This collection, reprinted from the 1940 Definitive Edition, offers a comprehensive overview of...

Ralph Dartford's Recovery Songs is a powerful and unflinching collection of narrative poems that explore the complexities of the human condition. Through stories of love, abandonment, abuse, addiction, loss, and ultimately, redemption, Dartford takes the...

Bright Dust is a poignant and evocative poetry collection that explores the complexities of human experience. With carefully crafted verses, Jane Lightbourne invites readers to contemplate the intricacies of love, loss, and the natural world.These poems...

Sappho's lyric verse has captivated readers for over 2,600 years, a testament to the enduring power of her art. This collection of fragments and complete poems continues to inspire new generations, inviting readers to discover the spirit of her Greek...

Kate Baer's And Yet Poems is a powerful exploration of the human experience. The poems in this collection delve into themes of motherhood, friendship, love, and loss, offering a profound and deeply personal look at life's complexities. With each poem,...

The Prelude: The Four Texts (1798, 1799, 1805, 1850) by William Wordsworth First published in 1850, The Prelude is a deeply personal and poetic exploration of the poet's own creative journey. Spanning over fifty years of work, this masterpiece takes the...

The Conference of the Birds is a majestic and thought-provoking poem from the 12th century, composed in north-eastern Iran. It is a masterpiece of Persian literature, exploring the Islamic doctrine of Sufism and the search for spiritual truth.At the...

Milk and Honey is a powerful and poignant collection of poetry and prose by Rupi Kaur, exploring themes of survival, violence, love, loss, and femininity. This hardcover edition features deckled edge paper, a woven ribbon marker, and a foreword written...

The Trumpet Blast: Unveiling the Significance of ?áhirih in the Bábí Movement This book explores the life and teachings of ?áhirih, a pivotal figure in the Bábí movement, and her role as the Trumpeter of the Day of Resurrection. Through an in-depth...

Sand and Foam - A Book of Aphorisms is a collection of 85 pages of aphorisms, poems, and parables that distill profound concepts into concise and powerful statements. Written by Khalil Gibran, this 1926 work showcases Gibran's unique ability to convey...

Fady Joudah's poems offer a powerful response to the world around him, filtered through a Palestinian lens.Through his words, Joudah shares his unique perspective on the world, responding to the unspeakable in real time.This collection of poems provides...

Eleanor Among the Saints is a thought-provoking poetry collection that explores the intersection of trans identity, faith, and the limits of myth and language. Rachel Mann's work delves into the queer joy found in counter-factuals and fantasy, drawing on...

The Collected Poems of Delmore Schwartz brings together the complete poetry of a major American poet, long overdue for rediscovery. First published in the 1930s, Schwartz's innovative style was praised by contemporaries such as T.S. Eliot and Allen Tate...

Emily Dickinson's Complete Poems is a landmark edition of the poet's work, presenting all of her verse in their original contexts. The editor, Thomas H. Johnson, has carefully selected the poems, choosing only those that the poet evidently preferred...

Of Sirens, Body & Faultlines is a powerful poetry collection that responds to the crises of our time. Written in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, this book is a call to action against the austerity and inequality that still persist in our...

The Life and Poetry of Zen Master Ryokan Ryokan was a unique figure in Japanese Zen, known for his unconventional lifestyle and profound spiritual insights. Unlike many of his contemporaries, he lived as a hermit and beggar, yet his poetry and art were...

A collection of 100 love poems, compiled by Neil Astley, presents a four-course celebration of love, passion, and desire. This anthology features a diverse range of poems, from those about attraction and longing, to those about the excitement of love and...

Ronald Stuart Thomas's Collected Poems, 1945-1990 is a poignant collection of verse that explores the human condition. Written over a span of nearly four decades, these poems grapple with the complexities of technology, the natural world, and our search...

Amy Roa's Radioactive Wolves inhabits a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. A blazing meteor hurtles towards a planet, and with it, a menagerie of extraordinary creatures emerges. Electric catfish and starlings wield unexpected...

Glass Hearts & Unspoken Goodbyes is a poignant collection of poetry that explores the transformative power of love and heartbreak. This follow-up to Kayla McCullough's breakout debut, Glass Hearts & Broken Promises, delves into the journey of healing and...

The River of Heaven: A Haiku Anthology In this thought-provoking collection, American Zen Master Robert Aitken explores the intersection of Zen practice and haiku poetry. Haiku, with its strict syllable count and emphasis on nature, offers a unique lens...

This beautifully bound edition of classic Scottish poems is a treasure trove of verse from some of Scotland's most celebrated writers. Gaby Morgan has carefully selected a range of poems that showcase the country's rich cultural heritage, from its...

This debut collection of mystical minimalism poetry explores the complexities of faith, relationships, and the human experience. Through everyday moments, Charnjit Gill reveals the depth of our inner lives, offering a poignant and comforting insight into...

A year's worth of poetry, one poem for each day, carefully selected for their narrative, resonance and rhythm. These poems are perfect for learning by heart or treasuring and enjoying. The collection features a diverse range of poets, including Yeats,...

A poignant and powerful collection of poems that explore the complexities of the human experience. Poems That Make Grown Women Cry brings together 100 remarkable women, from the eighth century to the present day, who have been inspired by poetry to share...

Percy Bysshe Shelley's Selected Poems and Prose is a comprehensive collection of his most celebrated works, showcasing the poet's unique blend of politics, personal reflection, and visionary ideals.This annotated edition brings together Shelley's most...

Rudyard Kipling is a collection of poetry and prose by the renowned author, featuring some of his most famous works, including the beloved "If". This book showcases Kipling's powerful and fluent writing, offering a glimpse into his unique voice and...

Carol Ann Duffy's The World's Wife is a thought-provoking collection of poems that reimagines the stories of famous men and their wives. From myth and legend to history, these poems offer a fresh perspective on the lives of those often overlooked. With...

Dance Me to the End of Love is a beautifully reimagined book that brings together the sensual paintings of Henri Matisse and the poetic lyrics of Leonard Cohen. Originally published 10 years ago, this Art & Poetry Series title has been redesigned to...

Winner of the Forward Prize for Best First Collection, Caleb Femi's debut poetry collection explores the trials, tribulations, dreams and joys of young Black boys in 21st-century Peckham. Combining poetry and original photography, Femi contemplates the...

Clark Ashton Smith's Complete Poetry and Translations is a comprehensive collection of his work, featuring nearly 1000 original poems written over a span of more than fifty years. The poems span a wide range of subject matter, from cosmic verse to love...

Sir Thomas Wyatt: The Complete Poems The poetry of Sir Thomas Wyatt reflects the complexities of his life, shaped by his experiences as a diplomat and his entanglements with the royal court. His poems convey the intensity of his emotions, often...

Derek Walcott's poetry spans 65 years, exploring the complexities of identity, colonialism, faith, love, and the natural world. This comprehensive collection draws on every stage of his career, revealing the poet's ongoing quest to understand the world...

Gil Scott-Heron's song-poems stand on their own, evoking the rhythm and urgency that have defined his career. This collection of poems takes the reader on a journey from global topics such as political hypocrisy and the dangers of capitalist culture, to...

The Aeneid is a masterful epic poem by Virgil, a work of profound beauty and haunting artistry. Stanley Lombardo's translation brings this quintessential Roman classic to life with characteristic virtuosity, conveying the unique epic sensibility and...

Crisis Actor is a poignant collection of poems that explore the aftermath of failure and the search for human connection in times of despair. Declan Ryan's elegant and heart-aching verses illuminate the sorrows of life, revealing the resilience of the...

The Epic of the Finnish People Born from the ancient traditions of Finnish folklore, Kalevala is a soaring epic poem that presents a story of a people through the ages. Rich in magic, cosmic mystery, and myth, it explores the human experience, tracing...

Carol Ann Duffy's Rapture is a powerful and deeply personal collection of poems that explore the complexities of love in all its forms. This book-length love poem is a moving act of personal testimony, refusing to simplify the contradictions and...

Crystal by Ellen Cranitch is a powerful and moving collection of poetry that explores the devastating impact of addiction on a family. Through a highly original poetic act of reclamation, the book plunders the theme of crystal meth to articulate the...

Wisława Szymborska's poetry is a masterful blend of wit and wisdom. This collection, edited by her longtime translator Clare Cavanagh, brings together nearly 250 poems, including 13 previously unpublished works from her final collection, Enough. A...

The Illustrated Woman is a powerful and poignant collection of poems by Helen Mort, shortlisted for the 2022 Forward Prize for Best Collection.This remarkable book explores the complexities of female experience, from the joys and struggles of new...

Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet is a profound and poetic exploration of life's greatest mysteries. First published in 1923, this timeless work has been translated into over twenty languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide. The Prophet is a...

Rudyard Kipling's Selected Poems is a thought-provoking collection that showcases the poet's unique voice and perspective. Spanning his career, this selection of poems reveals the development of Kipling's talent and his deepening maturity, as well as the...

Carol Ann Duffy's Sincerity is a poignant and powerful collection of poems that reflect on the passage of time and the complexities of life. As the poet gazes out from the autumn of life, she finds moments of grace and consolation in memory, love, and...

A funny poem for every day of the year is just what you need to brighten up your day. Read Me and Laugh is a delightful collection of humorous poems, featuring new and old gems from acclaimed poets. With a poem to match every day of the year, this book...

The Branch Will Not Break is a poignant and evocative collection of poems that reflect on the author's formative years in poverty-stricken Ohio during the 1930s and 1940s. This anthology marks a significant departure from Wright's earlier work, featuring...

The Poetry of How Knots Become Strings This poetry collection explores the idea that our past mistakes and future worries can be untangled, and that we have the power to break free from the binds that hold us back. The author invites readers to consider...

Lucretius' poem On the Nature of Things combines a scientific and philosophical treatise with some of the greatest poetry ever written. With intense moral fervour, he demonstrates that in death there is nothing to fear, as the soul is mortal, and the...

After You Were, I AmCharged moments from history collide with our own godless modern world in this unique and thought-provoking collection of poetry. The book's three sections explore individual human characters and how our past informs our present,...

The Professor of Forgetting is a new collection from acclaimed Irish poet Greg Delanty, exploring the complexities of human experience through a diverse range of poems.Structured in various forms, these exuberant poems delve into topics such as...

Walt Whitman's Complete Poems is a comprehensive collection of his work, featuring the final, or "deathbed," edition of Leaves of Grass, as well as earlier versions of many poems. This edition includes a new and fuller introduction discussing Whitman's...

A collection of poetry about resilience, written by Amanda Lovelace, explores themes of love, loss, grief, healing, empowerment, and inspiration. The book is divided into four parts, each offering a unique perspective on the author's life and experiences...

This authoritative edition brings together a unique combination of Byron's poetry and prose, offering a comprehensive insight into his work and thinking. The collection includes all the major poems, complemented by important letters, journals, and...

C.P. Cavafy's collected poems offer a unique perspective on history and geography, sexuality and language. This bilingual edition presents the most authentic Greek text of every poem, alongside a new English translation that beautifully conveys Cavafy's...

The Waste Land by T. S. Eliot Spring rain stirs the earth, awakening memories and desires. In this groundbreaking poem, T. S. Eliot presents a stark vision of modern society, one that has endured despite the passage of time. Published in 1922, The Waste...

James Elroy Flecker's poetry career was marked by periods of intense creativity, despite struggling with the early symptoms of tuberculosis. His work, including the celebrated poem "The Bridge of Fire", was gaining recognition, but his health was...

Dante's Divine Comedy Volume II: Purgatory The second part of Dante's epic poem, Purgatory, follows his ascent up the Mount of Purgatory, accompanied by Virgil. As they journey through the nine levels, Dante encounters sinners waiting for their release...

I Wanted to Quit Too: Stories for the Heart and Soul This powerful anthology is a celebration of human resilience and love, featuring exclusive poetry and stories from global household names and hometown heroes. Split into five parts, it explores themes...

Felicity is a collection of love poems by Mary Oliver, where happiness and joy abound. Oliver's work is known for its love of the physical world, and in Felicity, she explores what it means to love another person. The poems reveal the strangeness and...

This collection of poems offers a raw and honest look at the author's inner world. Over the past two years, the thoughts and emotions that have been simmering just below the surface have been poured onto the page.From the depths of despair to the...

Federico García Lorca's Selected Poems offers a profound exploration of the human experience, delving into the complexities of desire, tradition, and the search for identity. Through his masterful use of language, Lorca evokes a world of intense...

The Popol Vuh A New English Version by Michael Bazzett This is the story of the Mayan Popol Vuh, one of the only epics indigenous to the Americas. Originally sung and chanted, it has now been translated back into verse by Michael Bazzett, breathing new...

Seamus Heaney's North Poems is a collection of poetry that explores the Irish experience through the lens of Northern European history and culture. The poems offer a powerful vision of Ireland, its people, and its landscape, drawing on memories of the...

Seamus Heaney's Sweeney Astray is a rich and evocative translation of the medieval Irish work Buile Suibhne. The poem tells the story of Mad Sweeney, a king cursed by a saint and transformed into a bird after the Battle of Moira. This version, first...

Serhiy Zhadan's first collection of poems in English offers a powerful and poignant portrayal of life in post-Soviet Ukraine. With a unique voice that echoes the traditions of Tom Waits, Charles Bukowski, and William S. Burroughs, Zhadan crafts a new...

Collected Poems by Laurie Lee Laurie Lee's poetry is a testament to the beauty of the natural world, as well as the complexities of human experience. Written over the course of his lifetime, these poems capture the essence of life, love, and loss, and...

This empowering poetry collection invites you to rediscover the power of self-love and conscious intent. With a series of engaging and memorable poems, Yvette Dulo encourages self-acceptance, standing up for yourself, and experiencing joy and inner...

T.S. Eliot's Poems is a beautifully crafted hardcover edition of the master poet's most celebrated works. This collection includes the iconic poems "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" and "The Waste Land", showcasing Eliot's groundbreaking style and...

Running Upon The Wires is a deeply personal and intimate collection of poetry from Kae Tempest, exploring the complexities of love and heartbreak. This beautifully varied series of formal poems, spoken songs, fragments, vignettes and ballads charts the...

Alan Bennett's personal anthology brings together over seventy poems by six well-loved poets, including Thomas Hardy, A. E. Housman, John Betjeman, W. H. Auden, Louis MacNeice and Philip Larkin. Bennett's conversational style offers a unique perspective...

Philip Larkin's comprehensive anthology of 20th-century English verse is a landmark collection that showcases the breadth and depth of the era's poetic output.Spanning the decades from the 1920s to the 1970s, this extensive anthology features a diverse...

This collection brings together four medieval works in their original Middle English, offering a unique insight into the literature of the fourteenth century. The Gawain Poet's most famous works, including Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Pearl,...

Empty Bottles Full of Stories is a poignant poetry collection that invites you to confront the stories you've been hiding. The empty bottles that line the walls of your room hold secrets, and these words will help you uncover them. The poets r.h. Sin and...

Tony Harrison's Collected Poems is a powerful and thought-provoking collection of verse that spans over five decades. Drawing on both classical tradition and the vernacular of the street, Harrison's poetry offers a unique blend of intimacy and public...

George Gordon, Lord Byron's Selected Poetry is a comprehensive collection of the poet's most celebrated works. Byron's poetry is a reflection of his life, marked by passion, humour, and a strong sense of individuality. This selection, chosen from the...

R. S. Thomas's poetry is marked by its stark yet passionate nature, reflecting his personal experiences of rural Wales. This collection of poems showcases his unique voice and style, which has been widely acclaimed.