Series: Verse to Inspire

African Voices explores the unique complexity of African poetry, a result of its linguistic diversity and the profound impact of colonialism and slavery. This collection features works from traditional oral poets as well as the vast outpouring of writing generated throughout the Atlantic slave trade. The anthology presents beautifully lyrical and haunting poetry that offers a wide picture of African...

A stunning foiled cover does justice to Shakespeare's elegant sonnets in this first book of a new series of inspirational writing. The sonnets here are given space to breathe: divided thematically and sparsely illustrated, the beautiful verse delivers its full impact. In a collection of around 60 of his finest sonnets, this book celebrates Shakespeare's groundbreaking contribution to literature and...

Visionary poet, artist and engraver William Blake is now recognised among the greatest contributors to English literature and art. His writing, often accompanied by illustrations featuring characters from his own mythology, is a multi-layered exploration of the power of the human spirit. This anthology features Blake's most popular poems, from the exquisitely lyrical Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience,...