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  • Poems
    Poems
    PoemsAll through my busy years of prose writing I have occasionally jotted down idle thoughts in rhyme. Imagining ideal scenes, ideal characters, and then, as is the way, I suppose, with more ambitious poets, trying to put myself inside the personalities I have invoked,...
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  • Rhetoric and Poetry in the Renaissance
    Rhetoric and Poetry in the Renaissance
    Rhetoric and Poetry in the Renaissance - A Study of Rhetorical Terms in English Renaissance Literary CriticismIn this essay I undertake to trace the influence of classical rhetoric on the criticisms of poetry published in England between 1553 and 1641. This influence is most...
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  • The Vigil of Venus and Other Poems by "Q"
    The Vigil of Venus and Other Poems by "Q"
    The Vigil of Venus and Other Poems by "Q" TO MAURICE HEWLETT HEWLETT! as ship to ship Let us the ensign dip. There may be who despise For dross our merchandise, Our balladries, our bales Of woven tales; Yet, Hewlett, the glad gales Favonian!...
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  • Fairies and Fusiliers
    Fairies and Fusiliers
    Fairies and FusiliersI have to thank Mr. Harold Monro, of The Poetry Book Shop, for permission to include in this volume certain poems of which he possesses the copyright; also the editor of the "Nation" for a similar courtesy. TO AN UNGENTLE CRITIC AN...
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  • Adonais
    Adonais
    Adonais These are taken from Dr. Garnett's Relics of Shelley, published in 1862. He says: 'Among Shelley's MSS. is a fair copy of the Defence of Poetry, apparently damaged by sea-water, and illegible in many places. Being prepared for the printer, it is written...
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  • Poems
    Poems
    PoemsBefore this book was printed, I thoughtlessly concluded there must be a preface; but, on consideration, see no particular purpose it would answer, and gladly decline a task I should have undertaken with much timidity and reluctance. All I feel necessary to premise, is,...
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  • Bees in Amber: A Little Book of Thoughtful Verse
    Bees in Amber: A Little Book of Thoughtful Verse
    Bees in Amber: A Little Book of Thoughtful VerseThese stray lines, such as they are, have come to me from time to time, I hardly know how or whence; certainly not of deliberate intention or of malice aforethought. More often than not they have...
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  • Pocahontas: A Poem
    Pocahontas: A Poem
    Pocahontas: A Poem 1. The Little Princess. 2. The Wizard. 3. Smith and Newport. 4. Coronation of Powhatan. 5. Guardian Angel. 6. The Parting. 7. Pocahontas and John Rolfe. 8. London Town. Many dark-eyed children played among the rushes By the waters of the...
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  • Songs and Other Verse
    Songs and Other Verse
    Songs and Other Verse"It is about impossible for a man to get rid of his Puritan grandfathers, and nobody who has ever had one has ever escaped his Puritan grandmother;" so said Eugene Field to me one sweet April day, when we talked together...
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  • War is Kind
    War is Kind
    War is Kind Do not weep, maiden, for war is kind. Because your lover threw wild hands toward the sky And the affrighted steed ran on alone, Do not weep. War is kind. Hoarse, booming drums of the regiment, Little souls who thirst for...
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  • Y Gododin: A Poem of the Battle of Cattraeth
    Y Gododin: A Poem of the Battle of Cattraeth
    Y Gododin: A Poem of the Battle of CattraethThe country situate between the Humber and the Clyde in North Britain was, for the most part, originally occupied by the Cymry, who here, as well as in the west, displayed no mean valour in opposition...
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  • A Calendar of Sonnets
    A Calendar of Sonnets
    A Calendar of SonnetsO winter! frozen pulse and heart of fire, What loss is theirs who from thy kingdom turn Dismayed, and think thy snow a sculptured urn Of death! Far sooner in midsummer tire The streams than under ice. June could not hire...
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  • The Habitant and Other French-Canadian Poems
    The Habitant and Other French-Canadian Poems
    The Habitant and Other French-Canadian PoemsIn presenting to the public "The Habitant and other French-Canadian Poems," I feel that my friends who are already, more or less, familiar with the work, understand that I have not written the verses as examples of a dialect,...
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  • The Rape of the Lock, and Other Poems
    The Rape of the Lock, and Other Poems
    The Rape of the Lock, and Other PoemsContents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents / Contents, p. 2 Contents / Contents, p. 2 Contents / Contents, p. 2 Contents / Contents, p. 2...
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  • I. Beowulf: an Anglo-Saxon poem. II. The fight at Finnsburh: a fragment
    I. Beowulf: an Anglo-Saxon poem. II. The fight at Finnsburh: a fragment
    I. Beowulf: an Anglo-Saxon poem. II. The fight at Finnsburh: a fragment.This text is a revised and corrected version of the fourth edition of Harrison and Sharp in its entirety. It comes in two basic versions. The base version (available in 8-bit (Latin-1) text...
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  • I. Beówulf: an Anglo-Saxon poem. II. The fight at Finnsburh: a fragment
    I. Beówulf: an Anglo-Saxon poem. II. The fight at Finnsburh: a fragment
    I. Beówulf: an Anglo-Saxon poem. II. The fight at Finnsburh: a fragment.This text is a corrected version of the fourth edition of Harrison and Sharp in its entirety. It comes in two basic versions. The base version (available in 8-bit (Latin-1) text and HTML)...
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  • A Wreath of Virginia Bay Leaves
    A Wreath of Virginia Bay Leaves
    A Wreath of Virginia Bay Leaves - Poems of James Barron HopeIt has been claimed for James Barron Hope that he was "Virginia's Laureate." He did not deal in "abstractions, or generalized arguments," or vague mysticisms. He fired the imagination purely, he awoke lofty...
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  • Horace: Odes and Epodes
    Horace: Odes and Epodes
    Horace: Odes and EpodesMaecenas atavis edite regibus, O et praesidium et dulce decus meum, Sunt quos curriculo pulverem Olympicum Collegisse iuvat metaque fervidis Evitata rotis palmaque nobilis 5 Terrarum dominos evehit ad deos; Hunc, si mobilium turba Quiritium Certat tergeminis tollere honoribus; Illum, si...
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  • Poesie e novelle in versi
    Poesie e novelle in versi
    Poesie e novelle in versi[1] Questi versi vennero gi pubblicati in risposta ad una poesia del signor Ghislanzoni, dallo stesso titolo, nella quale l'egregio umorista avea preso a far la satira di certi sedicenti innovatori letterarii. Pi die a rispondere al signor Ghislanzoni, questi...
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  • The Botanic Garden, a Poem in Two Parts. Part 1: the Economy of Vegetation
    The Botanic Garden, a Poem in Two Parts. Part 1: the Economy of Vegetation
    The Botanic Garden, a Poem in Two Parts. Part 1: the Economy of VegetationThe general design of the following sheets is to inlist Imagination under the banner of Science; and to lead her votaries from the looser analogies, which dress out the imagery of...
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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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FAQ's

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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