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Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
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The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
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  • Hey World, Here I Am! by Little, Jean
    Hey World, Here I Am!
    An ALA Notable Children's Book * Multiple starred reviews"Engaging" -- ALA Booklist (starred review)"A compelling portrait." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"Funny and poignant." -- School Library Journal (starred review)Honest and engaging, award-winning author Jean Little's beloved Hey World, Here I Am! is told in...
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  • The Epic of Gilgamesh by Sandars, N. K.
    The Epic of Gilgamesh
    A great king, strong as the stars in Heaven. Enkidu, a wild and mighty hero, is created by the gods to challenge the arrogant King Gilgamesh. But instead of killing each other, the two become friends. Travelling together to the Cedar Forest, they fight...
    $18.30 AUD
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  • The How: Notes on the Great Work of Meeting Yourself by Daley-Ward, Yrsa
    The How: Notes on the Great Work of Meeting Yourself
    From the acclaimed poet behind bone, an exploration of how we can meet our truest selves, the ones we've always been meant to become Yrsa Daley-Ward's words have resonated with hundreds of thousands of readers--through her books of poetry and memoir, bone and The...
    $25.93 AUD
    $25.93 AUD
  • Selected Poems by Brecht, Bertolt
    Selected Poems
    Designed to make Bertolt Brecht's work accessible for today's audience, this bilingual collection shows the range of the German poet's insightful and compelling poetry.Bertolt Brecht is counted as one of the most influential poets and playwrights of the 20th century. Selected Poems features works...
    $32.53 AUD
    $32.53 AUD
  • The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson by Dickinson, Emily
    The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson
    This comprehensive and authoritative collection of all 1,775 poems by Emily Dickinson is an essential volume for all lovers of American literature. Only eleven of Emily Dickinson's poems were published prior to her death in 1886; the startling originality of her work doomed it...
    $61.00 AUD
    $61.00 AUD
  • Collected Poems: A Bilingual Edition by Lorca, Federico García
    Collected Poems: A Bilingual Edition
    A revised edition of this major writer's complete poetical workAnd I who was walkingwith the earth at my waist, saw two snowy eaglesand a naked girl.The one was the otherand the girl was neither. -from "Qasida of the Dark Doves" Federico García Lorca was...
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    $61.00 AUD
  • Poet in New York: Bilingual Edition by Lorca, Federico García
    Poet in New York: Bilingual Edition
    A newly revised edition of the insightful poetic cycle by one of the key figures of modern literature Written while Federico García Lorca was a student at Columbia University in 1929-30, Poet in New York is one of the most important books he produced,...
    $30.50 AUD
    $30.50 AUD
  • Memorial: A Version of Homer's Iliad by Oswald, Alice
    Memorial: A Version of Homer's Iliad
    In this daring new work, the poet Alice Oswald strips away the narrative of the Iliad--the anger of Achilles, the story of Helen--in favor of attending to its atmospheres: the extended similes that bring so much of the natural order into the poem and...
    $24.32 AUD
    $24.32 AUD
  • Fall Leaves by Holland, Loretta
    Fall Leaves
    Autumn is in the air: days grow shorter and nights are long. Birds leave, flowers, too. Apples and temperatures fall--then snow! Part poem, part silent stage, this luminous picture book puts autumn on display and captures the spirit of change that stays with us...
    $30.49 AUD
    $30.49 AUD
  • I Love Kindergarten!: Numbers by Steinberg, D. J.
    I Love Kindergarten!: Numbers
    From the bestselling author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come! comes a delightful poetry collection celebrating the joys of learning math in kindergarten! Dive into the world of key kindergarten subjects with this collection of short poems that explore all there is...
    $9.13 AUD
    $9.13 AUD
  • Make Your Own Magic: A Beginner's Guide to Self-Empowering Witchcraft by Lovelace, Amanda
    Make Your Own Magic: A Beginner's Guide to Self-Empowering Witchcraft
    From the bestselling author of the princess saves herself in this one comes an accessible guide to welcoming magic into your life, perfect for beginner witches and the magic-curious alike. As witchcraft grows ever more popular, there are countless introductions and paths into magical...
    $30.50 AUD
    $30.50 AUD
  • S O S: Poems 1961-2013 by Baraka, Amiri
    S O S: Poems 1961-2013
    One of the New York Times Book Review's 100 Notable Books WITH AN APPENDIX OF NEVER-BEFORE-PUBLISHED WORK Fusing the personal and the political in high-voltage verse, Amiri Baraka was one of the preeminent literary innovators of the past century. This volume comprises the fullest...
    $33.55 AUD
    $33.55 AUD
  • A Working Life by Myles, Eileen
    A Working Life
    From "one of the essential voices in American poetry" (New York Times) comes a rich new collection of expansive, light-footed, and cheerfully foreboding poems oddly in tune with our strange and evolving present The first new collection since Evolution from the prolific poet, activist,...
    $25.93 AUD
    $25.93 AUD
  • E-mails from Scheherazad by Kahf, Mohja
    E-mails from Scheherazad
    "Perhaps Kahf's most impressive accomplishment is her ability to bring together beauty and pain in the same breath, to write poems that encompass history and human endurance as well as joy, that testify to the fragility and power of the human heart. . ....
    $38.78 AUD
    $38.78 AUD
  • Lola the Interpreter by Hejinian, Lyn
    Lola the Interpreter
    The final book by the award-winning and celebrated writer Lyn HejinianLyn Hejinian's Lola the Interpreter is a prose poem in which an 'I' and a series of quasi-characters (including Lola) interpret one another, their quotidian lives, and the terms, categories, and presuppositions that allow...
    $28.90 AUD
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  • Trophic Cascade by Dungy, Camille T.
    Trophic Cascade
    Poems about birth, death, and ecosystems of nature and powerWinner of the Colorado Book Award in Poetry (2018)In this fourth book in a series of award-winning survival narratives, Dungy writes positioned at a fulcrum, bringing a new life into the world even as her...
    $22.80 AUD
    $22.80 AUD
  • Covid Vortex Anxiety Opera Kitty Kaleidoscope Disco by Finley, Karen
    Covid Vortex Anxiety Opera Kitty Kaleidoscope Disco
    COVID Vortex Anxiety Opera Kitty Kaleidoscope Disco meditates on the extraordinary time of loss, isolation, and bizarre rituals of the Covid era and its aftermath."Yep, she's still got it. . . . Like the most inspiring religious services, 'Covid Vortex Anxiety Opera Kitty Kaleidoscope...
    $25.85 AUD
    $25.85 AUD
  • We Call to the Eye & the Night: Love Poems by Writers of Arab Heritage by Alyan, Hala
    We Call to the Eye & the Night: Love Poems by Writers of Arab Heritage
    We Call to the Eye and to the Night is an amalgam of eminent poets --Hayan Charara, Leila Chatti, Nathalie Handal, Fady Joudah, and Naomi Shihab Nye, among them--and those who have just begun to make their mark. These poets are descended from diverse...
    $33.55 AUD
    $33.55 AUD
  • Other Times, Midnight by Ballou, Andrea
    Other Times, Midnight
    In Other Times, Midnight, her debut collection, Andrea Ballou explores the aftermath of loss--death, divorce, and departures--and asks the toughest questions: how do we contend with grief and remorse, and where does the spirit go to wait out trauma? Ballou's poems fight an "impulse...
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    $25.93 AUD
  • The Gift of a Memory: A Keepsake to Commemorate the Loss of a Loved One by Richmond, Marianne
    The Gift of a Memory: A Keepsake to Commemorate the Loss of a Loved One
    The Gift of a Memory is a warm and gentle gift of love that commemorates the loss of a special life and celebrates our most cherished memories. Each page, with its tender prose and reflective artwork, is a hug for the healing heart."May you...
    $27.44 AUD
    $27.44 AUD

Poetry books offer a unique and profound way to explore language, emotion, and human experience. From classic works to contemporary collections, the best poetry books can move, inspire, and connect readers with the beauty and power of words.

For those seeking the best poetry books, there are timeless collections that continue to resonate with readers. "The Collected Poems of W.B. Yeats" is a must-read, showcasing the profound and mystical works of one of Ireland's greatest poets. Another classic is "The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson," which offers a comprehensive look at the innovative and deeply personal verse of this American literary icon.

Popular poetry books often capture the zeitgeist and appeal to modern sensibilities. "Milk and Honey" by Rupi Kaur is a best-selling collection that explores themes of love, loss, and healing through poignant and accessible verse. Similarly, "The Sun and Her Flowers" by the same author continues to captivate readers with its exploration of growth and self-discovery.

For those interested in specific themes, poetry collection books can provide focused explorations. "The Penguin Anthology of Twentieth-Century American Poetry" offers a broad survey of influential poems from the past century. If you're looking for an English poem about love, "Shakespeare’s Sonnets" are timeless masterpieces that delve into the complexities of love and desire.

Poetry on war offers powerful reflections on conflict and human suffering. Wilfred Owen's "Poems" is a haunting collection that captures the horrors of World War I with vivid imagery and deep emotion. For more tranquil themes, poems on flowers can provide a soothing and beautiful escape. "The Flower Poems of Robert Frost" collects the beloved American poet's meditations on nature and flora.

For those who enjoy atmospheric and contemplative verse, twilight poems offer a reflective mood. "Twilight: A Poem" by John Clare captures the serene and melancholic beauty of the evening hour.

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Q. What are some of the best poetry books to read?

A. Some of the best poetry books to read include "The Collected Poems of W.B. Yeats," which showcases the profound works of the Irish poet, and "The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson," offering a comprehensive look at her innovative and personal verse. "Milk and Honey" by Rupi Kaur is also a popular choice, known for its accessible and poignant exploration of love, loss, and healing.

Q. Can you recommend a popular poetry book that captures modern sensibilities?

A. "Milk and Honey" by Rupi Kaur is a best-selling poetry collection that captures modern sensibilities with its exploration of themes such as love, loss, trauma, and healing. Its follow-up, "The Sun and Her Flowers," also continues to resonate with contemporary readers.

Q. What poetry books focus on specific themes like war or flowers?

A. For poetry on war, Wilfred Owen's "Poems" offers a powerful reflection on the horrors of World War I. For a more tranquil theme, "The Flower Poems of Robert Frost" collects the American poet's meditations on nature and flowers.

Q. Are there any classic English poems about love?

A. Yes, "Shakespeare’s Sonnets" are timeless masterpieces that delve into the complexities of love and desire, making them a classic choice for readers interested in English poems about love.

Q. Where can I find a wide selection of poetry books online?

A. You can find a wide selection of poetry books at Booksdeli.com, an online bookstore offering various best-selling books and specialized collections.

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