10000 results for 'Poet, Frances'

A powerful and thought-provoking anthology of poetry from around the world, 100 Poems That Matter explores the universal themes of love, loss, and the human experience. This collection brings...

John Clare (1793-1864) was a poet who worked as an agricultural labourer in Northamptonshire before his mental health deteriorated, leading to his commitment to an insane asylum. He published four...

Thom Gunn (Poet to Poet) by August Kleinzahaler is a unique series that brings together two poets from different eras. In this edition, Kleinzahaler selects and introduces the work of Thom Gunn,...

John Donne's poetry has long been celebrated for its complex and profound exploration of faith, love, and mortality. This collection brings together some of his most significant poems, offering a...

William Barnes: A Poet of Rural Life Sir Andrew Motion introduces this selection of poems by William Barnes, a poet known for his evocations of Dorset life and landscape. Born in 1801, Barnes was a...

George Gordon Byron, one of the most famous poets of his age, is introduced by contemporary poet Paul Muldoon in this unique series. By selecting and interpreting his poems, Muldoon offers insights...

John Greening's verse letters to the war poets span a century since the outbreak of the First World War. In this sequence, he explores "Englishness" while also offering an alternative perspective...

T.S. Eliot's On Poetry and Poets is a collection of essays that explore the nature of poetry and its various forms. In this work, Eliot examines the relationship between poetry and drama, as well as...

Percy Bysshe Shelley PoemsA collection of lyric verse from one of Romantic literature's greatest figures, selected and introduced by contemporary poet Fiona Sampson. This series offers insights into...

The New York Poets: An Anthology by Mark Ford brings together the work of four influential poets who revolutionized American poetry in the 1950s. Frank O'Hara, John Ashbery, Kenneth Koch, and James...

Stephane Mallarmé: A Poet and His Circle This biography offers a subtle exploration of the mind and letters of one of modern European poetry's giants. Rosemary Lloyd examines the poet's literary...

Poets on Painters brings together essays by modern American and British poets about painting for the first time. This collection offers a fresh perspective on art, with poets applying their unique...

The deaths of poets have often cast a shadow over their work. This perception has been shaped by the post-Romantic lore of the dissolute poet, with many viewing them as melancholic, doomed and...

This anthology brings together essays by 20th-century poets on their own art, exploring its deep sources and ultimate justifications, as well as technique and controversies among schools. Poets from...

Urdu Sufi Poets: Lives & PoemsThis collection brings together translations and introductions to the lives and works of 18 renowned Urdu poets, including Qutub Shah, Sauda, Mir, Aatish, Zafar, and...

Four Poets is a collection of poetry from four outstanding poets, Maggie, Bill, Sarah and Barry. The four poets first read together at a Roundabout Nights event in 2018, which was a huge success...

Duelling Poets is a unique collection of poems written by Michelle Gordon and Victor Keegan over the course of 30 days in 2012. Each poet took turns writing a poem a day, with their differing...

Talking With Poets: Interviews with Robert Pinsky, Seamus Heaney, Philip Levine, Michael Hofmann, and David Ferry. This collection of interviews offers an intimate look at the minds of five...

The War of the Poets is a fascinating account of literary rivalries and disputes among Britain's poets during the Georgian, Bloomsbury, and Modernist groups between 1919 and 1939. Spanning over two...

The Black Poets presents a comprehensive collection of Black-American poetry, spanning from traditional folk songs to contemporary works. This anthology showcases the full range of Black poetry, with...

The Real and the Romantic English Art Between Two World Wars by Frances Spalding A critical examination of modern English art, spanning the decades between the world wars, this book sheds new light...

Francis Thompson, the Victorian poet, has long been linked to the infamous Jack the Ripper murders. Living in London during the time of the Whitechapel killings, Thompson may have had the motive,...

A darkly comedic tale of love, lust and literary ambition, "The Unpleasant Poet" follows the misadventures of R. Daniel Nixon, a poet struggling to make a name for himself in the world of words. With...

Prufrock and Other ObservationsA collection of poems by T.S. Eliot, selected and introduced by a contemporary poet who has admired his work.This series offers insight into the poet's own work and...

Andrew Marvell was born in Yorkshire in 1624 and educated in Hull and Cambridge. He became the unofficial laureate to Cromwell and took over as Latin Secretary to the Council of State in 1657,...

Thomas Campion Poems by Thomas Campion and Charles Simic is a collection of poems that brings together the works of two literary figures. Born in London, Thomas Campion was educated at Cambridge and...

A. E. Housman by Alfred Edward Housman This collection brings together the works of one of England's most beloved poets, A. E. Housman. A contemporary poet has carefully selected and introduced these...

To Be the Poet by Maxine Hong Kingston is a personal and poetic exploration of the writer's life and craft. In this inspiring memoir, Kingston reflects on her own writing journey, seeking guidance...

Something Indecent brings together seven contemporary Eastern European poets to introduce readers to poems by writers who have become significant windows onto their world. They were asked: Who are...

Russian Poets by Peter Washington explores two centuries of lyric poetry from Russia. This collection showcases the works of renowned poets such as Pushkin, Lermontov, and Mandelstam, alongside...

Lilio Gregorio Giraldi's Modern Poets is a collection of dialogues that explores the world of poetry in late fifteenth and early sixteenth century Europe. Written by a renowned humanist scholar, this...

A new edition of Letters to a Young Poet brings together Rilke's classic letters with those from the young poet himself. For nearly a century, readers have been inspired by these letters, which offer...

Oxford Poets 2013 Anthology brings together nineteen poets from around the world, representing twelve countries and seven languages. This diverse collection explores themes of migration, memory, and...

God and the Imagination: Poets, Poetry, and the Ineffable by Paul L. Mariani is a thought-provoking collection of twenty-four essays that explore the intersection of spirituality and poetry. Drawing...

Nigerian Poets Renaissance is a collection of poems from the Loudthotz Poetry Open Reading in Lagos, Nigeria. This event brings together poets to express themselves freely.Organised by Independent...

John Berryman's Poems offers a unique perspective on one of America's most celebrated poets. This collection brings together a selection of poems by Berryman, alongside his personal and critical...

The Poets' Wives by David Park is a deeply insightful novel that explores the complex lives of three women, each bound to a poet by love, sacrifice, and creative passion. Set against the backdrop of...

A tender and funny novel about the complexities of family relationships, Chilean Poet is a heartwarming exploration of the bonds between fathers and sons.From an internationally acclaimed writer,...

A deeply fascinating critique of the widespread medicalization of normality has been published in Saving Normal. Allen Frances, a leading psychiatrist, argues that stigmatizing a healthy person as...

This picture book celebrates the joy of connecting perception and experience with words. Inspired by the life and craft of Mary Oliver, it features glowing artwork by Jen Hill and profound text by...

The Poet's Wife by Rebecca Stonehill is an unforgettable journey into the heart of one family torn apart by war. Set against the backdrop of Granada in 1920, this beautifully written novel tells the...

The Poet Empress by Shen Tao is a sweeping epic fantasy set in a world on the brink of collapse. In the waning years of the Azalea Dynasty, famine and poverty have consumed the land, and poetry magic...

The Marathon Poet by Åke Hodell is a unique blend of poetry, essay, and performance that explores the absurdity of artistic expression. Originally published in 1981, this facsimile-style English...

Christopher Marlowe: Poet & Spy is a comprehensive and detailed biography that explores the life of one of England's most renowned playwrights. Park Honan sheds new light on Marlowe's relationships,...

The Poet Prince by Kathleen McGowan is a gripping tale of ancient secrets and hidden legacies. In 15th-century Florence, Maureen Paschal embarks on a journey to uncover the mysterious teachings of...

The Year of the Poet: A Journey Through the Arab World This collection of poetry takes you on a journey through the rich cultural heritage of Southwest Asia, exploring the history and traditions of...

Marie de France Poetry is a Norton Critical Edition that brings together the works of this influential medieval poet. A winner of the 2016 Northern California Book Award for Translation of Poetry,...

Ted Hughes Poems is a selection of poems by the celebrated poet Ted Hughes, chosen by Simon Armitage, a contemporary poet and critic. In this Poet to Poet series, Armitage offers a unique perspective...

The Poet's Curse is a collection of poems written in a style reminiscent of the old masters. Its simple yet effective rhymes convey messages that resonate with people of all ages.Written by Danny L...

How to be a Poet is a practical guide for those looking to explore their creative side through poetry. Written by experienced poets and editors, this manual offers advice, ideas, and encouragement in...

Eileen Simpson's memoir Poets in Their Youth is a poignant and intimate portrait of her marriage to John Berryman and their circle of literary friends. In 1942, at just 22 years old, Eileen married...

Jeoffry: A Poet's Cat is an unforgettable tale that explores the extraordinary bond between a poet and his feline companion. Oliver Soden's meticulous research brings to life the story of Jeoffry, a...

Jeoffry The Poet's Cat : a Biography by Oliver Soden is a fascinating biography that tells the story of a remarkable cat who lived with one of 18th-century London's most visionary poets. In exchange...

A writer's notebook and intimate travelogue, "Poet on the Road" is a chronicle of experiences both commonplace and extraordinary. Roger Harvey recounts his first reading-tour across America, meeting...

German Romantic poetry is a rich and expressive collection of works that explore life's greatest moments and challenges. The poems themselves are often lyrical, with many inspired by music of the...

William Wordsworth PoemsA collection of poems by one of England's most celebrated Romantic poets, William Wordsworth. First published in 2005, this edition brings together some of his most famous...

The Isis (Yssis) Papers: The Keys to the Colors Dr. Frances Cress Welsing, a renowned psychiatrist, challenges conventional wisdom about the origin and perpetuation of racism. Her groundbreaking work...

Urban Poet is a collection of poems by an enigmatic British poet known only as 'Jedi'. Despite his mysterious nature, his words offer a glimpse into his thoughts on life and the world around him. Ged...

Listen to the Poet explores the world of youth spoken word poetry through two Arizona-based groups: a community group and a high school club. By examining the writing lives and poetry of several...

The Musings of The Impatient Poet by Liz Goodfellow is a collection of poems that explore life's complexities and emotions. With honesty and vulnerability, the poet shares her thoughts on loved ones,...

The Art of Attention: A Poet's Eye by Donald Revell explores the transformative power of poetry to expand our perception and imagination. By examining his own work and that of other notable poets,...

The Poet's Dog by Patricia MacLachlan is a poignant story about two children and their unlikely friendship with a gifted dog. Raised in a cabin, the dog was taught to listen to sonnets and understand...

Three Scottish Poets by Norman MacCaig, Edwin Morgan and Liz Lochhead This collection brings together the work of three of Scotland's most celebrated poets. Their poetry is known for its energy,...

Jon Stallworthy's War Poet is a collection of poems that reflect the impact of war on his life and the lives of those around him. His experiences during school days, shadowed by the Second World War...

Paris, Painters, Poets by Jim Burns This collection explores the intersection of art and culture in Paris, delving into the lives and works of artists, writers, and musicians who shaped the city's...

Sylvia Plath's poetry is a powerful and deeply personal collection, offering a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of the 20th century's most iconic poets.Edited by a contemporary poet, this...

Sir Thomas Wyatt's poetry has been rediscovered and reinterpreted by contemporary poets in this series. Through their chosen poems and personal reflections, they offer a unique perspective on Wyatt's...

The women poets of ancient Greece and Rome have long been overlooked by translators and scholars. Yet their work survives in fragments, offering surprising insights into the lives of women in...

At Welton Academy, a new English professor named John Keating challenges his students to make their lives extraordinary. Inspired by Keating, a group of boys form a secret club called the Dead Poets...

Experience the literary giants of the 19th century in this beautifully crafted anthology of Romantic Poets. Chiltern Publishing brings to life the works of six of England's most renowned poets, whose...

The Poets of Alexandria by Susan A. Stephens explores the cultural world of ancient Alexandria, a city that was both reverent of its past and forward-thinking in its approach to literature. This book...

Wilfred Owen PoemsA contemporary poet selects and introduces a poet of the past, offering insights into their own work and an accessible introduction to some of the greatest poets in literature.This...

A humorous and entertaining collection of stories set in a British pub. Poet's Pub is a charming series of vignettes by Eric Linklater, featuring an eclectic cast of characters who frequent the...

Burns and Other Poets explores the enduring significance of Robert Burns in Scottish, English, and Irish literary culture. Seventeen leading scholars, critics, and poets examine how Burns' innovative...

The Metaphysical Poets by Joan van Emden is an exploration of the key figures in 17th-century English poetry. This collection examines the lives and works of poets such as George Herbert, John Donne,...

Identity Parade presents a vibrant and diverse collection of new British and Irish poetry, showcasing the work of 85 highly individual poets. Emerging since the mid-1990s, this generation's unique...

The Poets' Guide to Economics by John Ramsden offers a fascinating exploration of how eleven great poets contributed to economic theory and practice. From Defoe to Pound, these writers challenged the...

Six Slovak Poets brings together the work of six poets who have shaped Slovak literary life over the past four decades. Born in the 1920s and 1930s, they began publishing in the 1960s and lived...

A Poet and Bin-Laden: A Reality Novel by Hamid Ismailov is set against the turbulent backdrop of Central Asia in the early 21st century. The story unfolds with the narrator's haunting description of...

The Metaphysical Poets: A Casebook by Gerald Hammond A comprehensive study of the metaphysical poets of the 17th century, this book explores their unique blend of philosophical and literary themes...

A passionate defense of poetry and its power to provide refuge and wisdom is at the heart of Joan Margarit's New Letters to a Young Poet. Inspired by Rilke's classic work, this collection explores...

This anthology brings together 39 American poets from across the twentieth century. In his introduction, Donald Hall sets out to capture the essence of American poetry, describing it as "subjective"...

George Szirtes' ingenious project brings together thirty canonical poets in a unique and humorous way. The result is a collection that showcases the poets' styles in unexpected and entertaining ways...

The Strategic Poet: Honing the Craft offers guidance on the craft of poetry, based on the idea that skill can be taught and the best teacher is a well-crafted poem. This book assumes a reader already...

The Poet's Quill is a collection of over 150 poems that showcase the author's unique style and range. Spanning various genres, including romance, humor, nature, social commentary, nostalgia,...

Thomas Hardy is a poet who found his voice after a long career as a novelist. Born in Dorset in 1840, he worked as an apprentice to an architect before turning to writing. His poetry was not widely...

Poet Anderson ...In Darkness is a gripping novel that explores the boundaries between reality and dreams. Tom DeLonge and Suzanne Young have teamed up to create a thrilling story about Jonas...

A Poet for Every Day of the Year by Allie Esiri is a beautifully curated anthology featuring 366 poems from some of the world's most renowned verse writers. This collection invites readers to...

Andrew Young: A Poet Undervalued The reputation of Andrew John Young has suffered from over-anthologisation, leading to his dismissal as yet another 'nature' poet of the Georgian ilk. This book...

Joy Harjo's memoir, Poet Warrior, is a vivid and lyrical exploration of her life as a poet-warrior, tracing her journey from heartache to healing and justice. With prose that is both absorbing and...

The Cambridge Companion to Irish Poets offers an in-depth exploration of Irish poetry from the seventeenth century to the present. This comprehensive guide covers a wide range of poets, including...

Poet Anderson...Of Nightmares is a thrilling story about two orphan brothers who are Lucid Dreamers. After a tragic car accident lands one brother in a coma, his brother sets out into the Dream World...

W.H. Auden Poems by Wystan Hugh Auden and John Fuller W.H. Auden was a poet of immense influence, whose work spanned multiple genres and forms. His first full-length collection, Poems, was published...

Rilke's Letters to a Young Poet is a deeply personal and profound work that offers wisdom on the role of the artist and the human experience. Written in a characteristic style marked by elegance and...

Lorine Niedecker A Poet's Life by Margot Peters is a biography that sheds light on the life and work of this remarkable poet. Born in 1903, Niedecker lived a life marked by poverty, isolation, and an...

A brilliant exploration of the first steps towards poetic genius. Helen Vendler examines four pivotal poems - "L'Allegro," "On First Looking into Chapman's Homer," "The Love Song of J. Alfred...

Reading Poets A New Anthology brings together a diverse collection of poems from various poets.This new anthology offers a fresh perspective on the world of poetry, showcasing a range of voices and...

Rumi-Poet of Joy and LoveThis picture book biography introduces children to the life and teachings of Rumi, one of the best-known poets in the world. Rashin Kheiriyeh's narrative nonfiction book...

Best New Poets 2013 brings together fifty poems from emerging writers, showcasing the vitality and diversity of contemporary American poetry. This annual anthology is made up exclusively of work by...

A comprehensive guide to writing poetry, covering both craft and inspiration. The Poet's Companion offers practical advice and exercises to help you improve your skills, from the basics of technique...