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Letters to a Young Poet: A New Translation and Commentary - Hardcover

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by Rainer Maria Rilke (Author), Anita Barrows (Translator), Joanna Macy (Translator)A fresh perspective on a beloved classic by acclaimed translators Anita Barrows and Joanna Macy. German poet Rainer Maria Rilke's (1875-1926) Letters to a Young Poet has been treasured by readers for nearly a century. Rilke's personal reflections on the vocation of writing and the experience of living urge an aspiring poet to look inward, while also offering sage wisdom on further issues including gender, soli...

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Report copyright infringementby Kimberly Brooks (Artist), Keith Martin (Editor), Brendan Constantine (Contribution by)In the fall of 2017, four poets, Brandon Constantine, Richard Ferguson, Luivette Resto and Marie Marandola, gathered for a closing reception of the works of Los Angeles-based Artist Kimberly Brooks on the occasion of her exhibition "Brazen". Curated and edited by Keith Martin, each poem was read by the poet in front of the painting that inspired it.Kimberly Brooks American Pai...

Healing with Haiku: A Poetic Exploration of Self - Paperback

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by Anne Helfer (Author)Healing With Haiku invites you to delve into your innermost self, both emotionally and spiritually, through the art of haiku. This form of poetry, with its emphasis on careful observation, contemplation, and honest vulnerability, allows you to navigate personal challenges while aspiring for a balanced, peaceful, and joyous life. Therapeutic writing has long been a cornerstone of wellness programs, particularly those addressing trauma, addiction, anxiety, and stress. By ...

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by E. E. Cummings (Author), Richard S. Kennedy (Editor)The one hundred and fifty-six poems here, arranged in twelve sections and introduced by E. E. Cummings's biographer, Richard S. Kennedy, include his most popular poems, spanning his earliest creations, his vivacious linguistic acrobatics, up to his last valedictory sonnets. Also featured are thirteen drawings, oils, and watercolors by Cummings, most of them never before published. Number of Pages: 208 Dimensions: 0.51 x 8.26 x 5.44 IN Ill...

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by Olivia a. Cole (Author)This searing and intimate novel in verse follows a sixteen-year-old girl coping with sexual abuse as she grapples with how to reclaim her story, her anger, and her body in a world that seems determined to punish her for the sin of surviving. "This is more than a story about sexual violence--this book is about race, sexuality, love, and how anger can be a catalyst for healing."--Gabrielle Union, bestselling author, actress, and producer Sixteen-year-old Alicia Rivers ...

Spoon River Anthology: 100th Anniversary Edition - Paperback

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by Edgar Lee Masters (Author), John Hollander (Introduction by), Ronald Primeau (Afterword by)In 1915, Edgar Lee Masters published a book of dramatic monologues written in free verse about a fictional town called Spoon River, based on the Midwestern towns where he grew up. The shocking scandals and secret tragedies of Spoon River were immediately recognized by readers as authentic. Masters raises the dead "sleeping on the hill" in their village cemetery to tell the truth about their lives, an...

A Nature Poem for Every Autumn Evening - Hardcover

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by Jane McMorland Hunter (Editor)Poems to celebrate autumn. A companion volume to the successful winter and spring titles, this anthology of poems is as sweet as pumpkin spice and warming as a roaring log fire. With one poem for every autumn evening, it's the perfect literary companion as the days begin to shorten. Whether you keep it on your nightstand for some evening reading, or in your bag for when you come across the perfect cozy coffee shop, this collection of poems is bound to make you...

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by Lucretius (Author), A. E. Stallings (Translator), Richard Jenkyns (Introduction by)A new series of beautiful hardcover nonfiction classics, with covers designed by Coralie Bickford-Smith World-changing ideas meet eye-catching design: the best titles of the extraordinarily successful Great Ideas series are now packaged in Coralie Bickford-Smith's distinctive, award-winning covers. Whether on a well-curated shelf or in your back pocket, these timeless works of philosophical, political, and p...

Made of Rivers [Revised & Expanded] - Paperback

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by Emory Hall (Author)Now revised and expanded with new poems, this raw and poignant collection takes readers on a journey through the winding currents of self-discovery, transformation, and healing, culminating in a glistening sea of love and redemption. the love that is meant for youwill always find you -the riveralways findsthe sea. -- inevitable Emory Hall's debut poetry collection, Made of Rivers, intricately maps the anatomy of a river, surging with themes of loss, grief, and the sacre...

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by Mahmoud Darwish (Author), Catherine Cobham (Translator)This remarkable collection of poems, meditations, fragments, and journal entries was Mahmoud Darwish's last volume to come out in Arabic. This River is at once lyrical and philosophical, questioning and wise, full of irony, resistance, and play. Darwish's musings on unrest and loss dwell on love and humanity; myth and dream are inseparable from truth. Throughout this personal collection, Darwish returns frequently to his ongoing and of...

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by Christina Rossetti (Author), Betty Flowers (Introduction by)A captivating collection of enduring verse by one of the Victorian era's most beloved poets Rossetti is unique among Victorian poets for the sheer range of her subject matter and the variety of her verse form. This collection brings together fantasy poems, such as Goblin Market, and terrifyingly vivid verses for children, love lyrics and sonnets, and the vast body of her devotional poetry. Rossetti's poems weave connections betwee...

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight - Paperback

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by Anonymous (Author), Brian Stone (Translator), Brian Stone (Introduction by)The inspiration for the major motion picture The Green Knight starring Dev Patel. 'Be prepared to perform what you promised, Gawain; Seek faithfully till you find me ...' A New Year's feast at King Arthur's court is interrupted by the appearance of a gigantic Green Knight, resplendent on horseback. He challenges any one of Arthur's men to behead him, provided that if he survives he can return the blow a year later....

Leaves of Grass: The First (1855) Edition (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) - Paperback

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by Walt Whitman (Author), Harold Bloom (Introduction by)A deluxe edition of Whitman's crowning achievement, with an introductory essay by Harold Bloom I celebrate myself, and sing myself, And what I assume you shall assume, For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you.When Walt Whitman self-published his Leaves of Grass in July 1855, he altered the course of literary history. One of the greatest masterpieces of American literature, it redefined the rules of poetry while describing...

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by Lord George Gordon Byron (Author), T. G. Steffan (Editor), E. Steffan (Editor)Byron's exuberant masterpiece tells of the adventures of Don Juan, beginning with his illicit love affair at the age of sixteen in his native Spain and his subsequent exile to Italy. Following a dramatic shipwreck, his exploits take him to Greece, where he is sold as a slave, and to Russia, where he becomes a favourite of the Empress Catherine who sends him on to England. Written entirely in ottava rima stanza fo...

Chakra Odyssey: The Voyager Awakens to SPIN

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Report copyright infringementby E. Dunlap (Author), E. Dunlap (Illustrator)Embark upon a journey in flow, color, and poetry. This THROUGH-YOUR-OWN-HEAD COLORING BOOK ADVENTURE is equal parts adult coloring book, graphic novel, and playful, epic-ish poem. It mixes grayscale coloring pages with metaphysical poetry, colorful illustrations, and silly dialogue between anthropomorphized elements to spark imagination, encourage further research, and facilitate an interactive art therapy experience. ...

Pillow Thoughts II: Healing the Heart - Paperback

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by Courtney Peppernell (Author)Following the smash success of her best-selling book, Pillow Thoughts, Courtney Peppernell returns with the follow-up sequel Pillow Thoughts II: Healing the Heart. Courtney Peppernell understands that healing is a process, and Pillow Thoughts II--second in the Pillow Thoughts series--eloquently captures the time and experience that one goes through on their journey to peace through restoration. A collection of inspirational and comforting poems for anyone who ...

The Complete Poetry of Edgar Allan Poe - Paperback

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by Edgar Allan Poe (Author), Jay Parini (Introduction by), April Bernard (Afterword by)Explore the transcendent world of unity and ultimate beauty in Edgar Allan Poe's verse in this complete poetry collection. Although best known for his short stories, Edgar Allan Poe was by nature and choice a poet. From his exquisite lyric "To Helen," to his immortal masterpieces, "Annabel Lee," "The Bells," and "The Raven," Poe stands beside the celebrated English romantic poets Shelley, Byron, and Keats, ...

The Complete Poetry & Prose of William Blake - Paperback

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by William Blake (Author), David V. Erdman (Editor), Harold Bloom (Commentaries by)Since its first publication in 1965, this edition has been widely hailed as the best available text of Blake's poetry and prose. Now revised, if includes up-to-date work on variants, chronology of poems and critical commentary by Harold Bloom. An "Approved Edition" of the Center for Scholarly Editions of the Modern Language Association.Front JacketSince its first publication in 1965, this edition has been widel...

You Stole My Name: The Curious Case of Animals with Shared Names (Board Book) - Board Book

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by Dennis McGregor (Author), Blue Star Press (Producer)This fun board book for kids features vibrant, hand-painted illustrations of animals with curious questions like "Why does the bull trout share its name with the bull?" You Stole My Name is a stunning collection of illustrations that takes you and your child on a colorful journey through the animal kingdom, telling the stories of the most interesting creatures and their namesakes. Written and illustrated by renowned artist Dennis McGregor...

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Report copyright infringementby Todd Webb (Author), Patrick McDonnell (Foreword by)THE POET is a daily comic strip that celebrates life's little moments through the eyes of a poet, his spirited pigeon companion, and even - occasionally - a talking park bench. This volume collects a full year's worth of comics, inviting you to embark on a charming and life-affirming walk in the park, sure to enchant new readers (of any age) and longtime fans alike. The gentle world of THE POET is definitively ...

Valentine's Day Adult Book: Serene Hearts and Intricate Designs for a Relaxing Celebration

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Report copyright infringementby Coloring Book Happy Hour (Author)Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of love and creativity with our "Valentine's Day Adult Coloring Book." This exquisite book is crafted for those seeking a serene and relaxing celebration of the most romantic day of the year.What Awaits You: �� Serene Heart Designs: Explore a collection of intricately designed hearts, each illustration radiating love and tranquility. This coloring book is a heartfelt celebration of roma...

At the Louvre: Poems by 100 Contemporary World Poets - Paperback

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by Antoine Caro (Editor), Edwin Frank (Editor), Donatien Grau (Editor)New poems from 100 of the world's brightest contemporary poets, all about a common subject: the Louvre--exploring the many pleasures, provocations, and surprises that the museum and its collection inspire. Of the world's great museums, the Louvre is the most encompassing, a sumptuous collection that includes not only some of the most celebrated works of art of all time, but fascinating, perplexing, splendid, and beautiful o...

Conversation with a Dictator: A Challenge to the Authoritarian Assault - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Alan E. Clements (Author)CONVERSATION WITH A DICTATORA Challenge to the Authoritarian AssaultA Fictional Dialogue with Myanmar's Senior GeneralAn Illustrated Novel Art as Activism A Call to Free Aung San Suu KyiIn the wake of Myanmar's 2021 military coup, democracy was decimated. Thousands of citizens-including poets, monks, students, mothers-have been imprisoned, tortured, or killed. Among the silenced is Nobel Peace Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, once the face of...

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by Lawrence Ferlinghetti (Author)In 1953 Lawrence Ferlinghetti founded the first paperback bookstore in the United States. In over five decades City Lights, the bookstore and publisher, has become a Mecca for millions. Ferlinghetti's A Coney Island of the Mind (ND, 1958) is a number one best-selling volume of poetry by any living American poet. Number of Pages: 90 Dimensions: 0.52 x 6.35 x 5.52 IN Publication Date: September 17, 2007

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by Seamus Heaney (Translator), John D. Niles (Other)Composed toward the end of the first millennium, Beowulf ?is the elegiac narrative of the Scandinavian hero who saves the Danes from the seemingly invincible monster Grendel and, later, from Grendel's mother. Drawn to what he has called the four-squareness of the utterance in ?Beowulf ?and its immense emotional credibility Seamus Heaney gives the great epic convincing reality But how to visualize the poet's story has always been a challenge ...

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by Maggie Smith (Author)NATIONAL BESTSELLER * NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NPR ??"To read Maggie Smith is to embrace the achingly precious beauty of the present moment." --Time "A captivating collection from a wise, accessible poet." --People From the award-winning poet and bestselling author of You Could Make This Place Beautiful, Keep Moving, and Good Bones, a stunning poetry collection that celebrates the beauty and messiness of life. With her breakout bestseller Keep Moving, Maggie...

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by Apollonius of Rhodes (Author), Aaron Poochigian (Translator), Benjamin Acosta-Hughes (Introduction by)The first new Penguin Classics translation of the Argonautica since the 1950s Now in a riveting new verse translation, Jason and the Argonauts (also known as the Argonautica) is the only surviving full account of Jason's voyage on the Argo in quest of the Golden Fleece aided by the sorceress princess Medea. Written in the third century B.C., this epic story of one of the most beloved heroe...

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Report copyright infringementby Parker Montgomery (Author)A collection of art, cartoons, poems, and short stories.. building the first volume of what will be an expansive series, which one by one, will be exploring the world of Montoon. Number of Pages: 38 Dimensions: 0.1 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: July 03, 2024

Veterans: Heroes in Our Neighborhood - Hardcover

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by Valarie Pfundstein (Author), Aaron Anderson (Illustrator) Number of Pages: 32 Dimensions: 0.4 x 9.4 x 11.6 IN Publication Date: January 01, 2024

Talking with Mother Earth / Hablando Con Madre Tierra - Paperback

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by Jorge Argueta (Author), Luc?a Angela P?rez (Illustrator)An Americas Award Commended Title Raw, honest and powerful, these moving bilingual poems by noted Salvadoran poet Jorge Argueta explore a young Indigenous boy's connection to Mother Earth and how he is healed from the terrible wounds of racism he has endured. Tetl has learned from his grandmother about the spirituality of his ancestors, about how they viewed the earth as alive with sacred meaning. This helps him move from doubt and fe...

Selected Poems of Lord George Gordon Byron - Paperback

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by Lord George Gordon Byron (Author), Susan J. Wolfson (Editor), Susan J. Wolfson (Introduction by)The selected poems of a legendary romantic. Described as 'Mad, bad and dangerous to know' by one of his lovers, Lady Caroline Lamb, Lord Byron was the quintessential Romantic. Flamboyant, charismatic and brilliant, he remains almost as notorious for his life - as a political revolutionary, sexual adventurer and traveller - as he does for his literary work. Yet he produced some of the most daring...

Let Us Believe in the Beginning of the Cold Season: Selected Poems - Paperback

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by Forough Farrokhzad (Author), Elizabeth T. Gray (Translator)In the years since her tragic death in a car accident at age thirty-two in 1967, Forough Farrokhzad has become a poet as iconic and influential as Lorca or Akhmatova, celebrated as a pioneer of modernist Iranian literature and as a leading figure of contemporary world literature. Farrokhzad, as Elizabeth Gray writes in the preface, "remains a beacon to artists, especially women and marginalized artists, who seek freedom in all its ...