Bringing together more than 400 poems and poetic excerpts on slavery by writers both famous and unknown, this landmark anthology charts the emergence of slavery in the collective consciousness of the English-speaking world. “The most definitive collection of anti-slavery sentiment in verse yet compiled, essential reading for historians and literary critics alike. . . . A major contribution.”—Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Harvard University “An astounding literary and editorial achievement.”—David Blig...
The anthology Vermont Poets and Their Craft is a deep well of both information and art that offers thought-provoking essays on poetic craft and a unique selection of poetry. Compiled as a follow-up to Sundog Poetry Center’s lecture series of the same name, filmed and televised by Vermont Public Television, this collection will not only be an invaluable resource for creative writing classes, but for writers at all stages of development who might enjoy literary company diving deep into various asp...
Poetry (HarperCollins Pocket Anthology S.)
This collection of 20th-century poetry contains a comprehensive introduction, offering insights into the history of poetry and its elements while contextual headnotes provide a backdrop for each poem in the text. It is part of the "HarperCollins Pocket Anthologies", with a balance of classic and contemporary selections by authorship that includes women and multicultural writers. Each volume also includes genre-specific background information and writing tips, providing students with all the tool...
"Wesley McNair is a kind of Chekhov of American poetry."--Ted Kooser, Pulitzer Prize winner and Poet LaureateHere are two Wesley McNair's poetry collections in one volume. The Town of No and My Brother Running blend sorrow and humor to create unforgettable portraits of people, places, and rural New England life.
A 21st– century Book of Kells that brings together the work of more than 150 poets, visual artists, and calligraphers. Scotland and Ireland share a mythology, a rich music tradition, languages and some history. Irish Gaels, known as Scoti, invaded Scotland in the 5th century and gave it their name. An Leabhar Mòr is a major artwork which renews the connection between Gaelic Scotland and Ireland and celebrates the diverse strands of contemporary Celtic culture. A beautiful book featuring work f...
