The Death of the Hat: A Brief History of Poetry in 50 Objects

by Janeczko Paul B. and Raschka Chris

Chris Raschka (Illustrator)

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A celebrated duo reunites for a look at poems through history inspired by objects—earthly and celestial—reflecting the time in which each poet lived.

A book-eating moth in the early Middle Ages. A peach blossom during the Renaissance. A haunted palace in the Victorian era. A lament for the hat in contemporary times. Poetry has been a living form of artistic expression for thousands of years, and throughout that time poets have found inspiration in everything from swords to stamp albums, candles to cobwebs, manhole covers to the moon. In The Death of the Hat: A Brief History of Poetry in 50 Objects, award-winning anthologist Paul B. Janeczko presents his fiftieth book, offering young readers a quick tour of poets through the ages. Breathing bright life into each selection is Chris Raschka’s witty, imaginative art.
  • ISBN10 0763669636
  • ISBN13 9780763669638
  • Publish Date 10 March 2015
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Candlewick Press,U.S.