English Poetry Anthology

Poems from the clouds of reality consist of different realistic poems, written by Six Young Nigerian Poets; members of the Benn Ik young writers association. The book features poems of diverse themes such as Love & Romance, Suicide, Lonilessness, Politics, Africa, Dark Poetry, Brokenness, Heartbreak and Nature.

As James Crews writes in the introduction: "Wonder opens our senses and helps us stay in touch with a humbling sense of our own human smallness in the face of unexpected beauty and the delicious mysteries of life on this planet." The anthology features a foreword by Nikita Gill and a carefully curated selection of poems from a diverse range of authors, including Native American poets Joy Harjo, Linda Hogan, Kimberly Blaeser, and Joseph Bruchac, and BIPOC writers Ross Gay, Julia Alvarez, and Toi Derricotte.

This annotated edition of Roy Cook’s 101 Famous Poems includes an appendix of author / poet biographies, which: Was designed as a quick reference guide for listeners desiring deeper insights into the poet behind the prose; and includes anecdotes and fascinating tidbits about the poets and poems in this audiobook. Originally published in 1916, Roy Cook’s 101 Famous Poems is one of the finest collections of poetry ever assembled. The short poet biographies at the end of the audiobook lay the groundwork for an even better understanding of each poem.

"Letters to My Exes" - Poetry Book of Grief and Heartache Jessica Villegas has been writing poetry for as long as she can remember. She has written poetry about love and heartache, but it wasn't until her own experience with a break-up that she was able to write poetry in the rawest form of feeling. It was then that she created "Letters To My Exes," a poetry book full of poems about how she felt after her break up. What makes Jessica's poetry different from others is that these are not just some sweet words; these are true feelings put on paper after years of journaling them in hopes to ...

A masterly new recording by Ralph Fiennes. Four Quartets is the culminating achievement of T. S. Eliot's career as a poet. While containing some of the most musical and unforgettable passages in 20th-century poetry, its four parts, 'Burnt Norton', 'East Coker', 'The Dry Salvages' and 'Little Gidding', present a rigorous meditation on the spiritual, philosophical and personal themes which preoccupied the author.

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis loved literature, especially poetry. "Once you can express yourself," she wrote, "you can tell the world what you want from it.... All the changes in the world, for good or evil, were first brought about by words." Now Caroline Kennedy shares her mother's favorite poems and the inspiration behind her strong belief in the power of literature.

The classical poetry of Japan focuses on direct experience of fleeting moments, in total contrast with its Occidental counterpart. These seminal poems were passed down orally, before great collections assembled works of art spanning several centuries in written form as early as the 8th century, from the Kojiki to the Kokinshu.

Are you a poetry lover? Are you a true romantic at heart? Then, this Female Romantic Poetry Anthology with Selected Poems by Emily Dickinson, Louisa May Alcott, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and Dorothy Wordsworth (Romanticism and Women Poets Collection) is for you! The poems are read in a slow cadence and would be suitable for relaxation, bedtime, sleep, or ASMR. Let your love of poetry comes to life with these beautiful poems!

Many of us are familiar with the epic stories and legends of the classical world. This anthology, the only one of its kind on audiobook, gives an insight into a more lyrical and tender aspect of Greek and Roman literature. From Homer's lofty lines on the loves of the gods to the earthier verse of Catullus to his mistress Lesbia, this recording encompasses the major love poetry written between the 8th century B.C. and the 2nd century A.D.

During the process of writing fourteen novels in various genres, the author pieced together quite a few poems and small works of prose, mostly hidden away in the computer files of anonymity. Some have been used by characters in novels, (Rebecca wrote poetry in ‘Waiting For Kitto’) some poems were expanded into the traits of characters in novels or into their experiences. It seems to me that should a novel stall, returning to poetry frees the mind to progress. This anthology of poems and small prose pieces spans the years and may be of interest to my readers and hopefully to lovers of ...

A Book of Poems for Black Kings is a profound and empowering anthology that speaks directly to the hearts and souls of Black men and Black boys. This collection of poetry and prose is designed to validate their lived experiences, provide strength during trials, and facilitate deep soul-searching and self-discovery. Through poignant and powerful pieces, this book explores the multifaceted nature of power, vulnerability, and purpose within the Black male experience.

Although she is most famous for her bestselling fiction, Erica Jong started her publishing career as a poet and has an international reputation for her verse. Becoming Light includes early poems previously uncollected in book form, selections from her previous books and many new poems. Erica Jong's poetry exhibits her rare gifts for inventiveness, wit, vigor, honesty and accessibility.

Resonant, raw, and vibrant, Home is a lyrical map to navigating heartbreak. Tracing the stages of healing - from the despair that comes with the end of a relationship to the eventual light and liberation that comes with time - the poems in Home provide comfort and solace, while revitalizing your soul - and helping you make peace with your bees.

Steamy hot collection to make your holiday fantastic. Alpha guys who protect and are loyal to one woman. This collection will have you pleading for more, enjoy!

"REACH" is a book that offers readers motivation, inspiration, and more than 150 pages of advice from the author. The book's premise is that the author imagines that he could reach back in time to his younger self and offer a book of recorded lessons learned from the daily frictions of life. The author shares his life experiences and provides insights to help readers navigate their lives. With its encouraging words and practical advice, "REACH" is a must-read for anyone seeking guidance and inspiration on their journey of self-improvement.

A series of short stories interspersed with poems. Or, to put it another way, a collection of 28 poems and 22 short stories, alternating between the two, where possible. A small amount of the poems were originally published in the book ‘Evolution In Sand’ (2021) but all others are new to the published world.

Freezing cold from the snow all alone in the park A young girl is startled while walking in the dark She stops to look back, and is blinded by a spark The evil two did what they do, and found their mark Not a second to spare, from out of nowhere, fast as a shark They grabbed and threw her into their rusty blue Buick Skylark

I wrote these poems when someone said to me “Doreen, just be content it is not yet time for you to prosper”. Another person said to me “my Pastor said an elephant is pregnant for 18 months. So don’t’ rush to want to prosper”. I told the person, I’m not an elephant but a human being. I did not have any source of income, begging for accommodation, food and clothing. I no longer had the luxury of buying myself clothes but wore second hand clothes some were too small or too big. I was told “remember beggars are not choosers”. These poems are not only of my personal life but of...

60 poems that cross the ages and emotions. Here is a random selection: Soul For Sale - Explores a man recounting his life's misdemeanours. Claire - Two lovers meet in times gone past but tragedy awaits. Dots And Spaces - What do the gaps between words mean? Mind The Gap - My wife's lover. Shouting Up The Stairs - A desperate father shouts up the stairs to his daughter but realises he is shouting to himself. Dear Old Friend - Old friends meet but one knows the secret he keeps. Pebble On A Wall - A young boy carries a moment in time through to adulthood. You Saw Me Today - An older person ...

This is a tribute to the work of Emily Dickinson and Sara Teasdale, two of the greatest representatives of female American literature. It is a carefully crafted selection of 150 poems, all of them eight lines in length, which are presented face-to-face in pairs—one per author—and with matching themes. In this way, the listener can compare and enjoy the magic of these poets.