Immortal Poems of the English Language

Name: Immortal Poems of the English Language
Brand: Simon & Schuster NZ
SKU: 9781982191542
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By Oscar Williams

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Immortal Poems of the English Language, edited by Oscar Williams, is a renowned compilation of over 400 of the most celebrated poems from the English literary tradition. The anthology spans several centuries, showcasing works from renowned poets, exploring timeless themes of love, nature, loss, and the human experience. This collection serves as an essential resource for anyone seeking to appreciate the beauty and depth of English poetry.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you love exploring the depths of human emotion through classic and timeless poetry. It offers a remarkable collection of verses from celebrated poets, showcasing the enduring beauty and power of the English language. Whether you're a seasoned poetry lover or new to the genre, it's a treasure trove of stirring and thought-provoking works.

Immortal Poems of the English Language

This comprehensive collection of some of the most enduring and important poems written in the English language includes works from 150 of the best-known American and British poets of all time.

Description

A timeless and comprehensive anthology of enduring English language poetry, featuring entries from 150 British and American poets, including Alexander Pope, Lord Byron, Edna St. Vincent Millay, and Emily Dickinson.

The last six hundred years in British and American literature have given us some of the most moving and memorable poems in all literature. Now, discover many of these same works in one gorgeously wrought collection, featuring entries from poets as legendary and beloved as Elizabeth Barrett Browning, John Keats, Rudyard Kipling, Ralph Waldo Emerson, D.H. Lawrence, and many more.

From Lewis Carroll’s “Jabberwocky” to Robert Frost’s “The Road Not Taken” and from Shakespeare’s sonnets to anonymous classics, this is the ultimate gift for poetry lovers of all ages and backgrounds. Arranged chronologically, the 150 poems featured in this stunning collection reflect the immortality of the poetic soul.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781982191542

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Gallery

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 43.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 522g

Pages: 592

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Oscar Williams

About the Author

Oscar Williams (1900–1964), editor of this book, was a distinguished poet. The author of five books of poetry, including That's All That Matters and Selected Poems, he achieved literary distinction not only as a highly original and vigorous American poet, but also as one of the great poetry anthologists of his time.