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The Best Poems of the English Language
The Best Poems of the English Language: From Chaucer Through Robert Frost | Harold Bloom
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This comprehensive anthology attempts to give the common reader possession of six centuries of great British and American poetry. The book features a large introductory essay by Harold Bloom called "The Art of Reading Poetry," which presents his critical reflections of more than half a century devoted to the reading, teaching, and writing about the literary achievement he loves most. In the case of all major poets in the language, this volume offers either the entire range of what is most valuable in their work, or vital selections that illuminate each figure's contribution. There are also headnotes by Harold Bloom to every poet in the volume as well as to the most important individual poems. Much more than any other anthology ever gathered, this book provides readers who desire the pleasures of a sublime art with very nearly everything they need in a single volume. It also is regarded as his final meditation upon all those who have formed his mind.
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Tamra
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I‘m in trouble if Walt Whitman is indeed the best American writer. 😅

IRL bookclub picked Leaves of Grass for the next selection and I‘m not relating to his writing AT ALL. I‘m just not that smart. 😏

For contrast we‘re also reading some Emily Dickinson. 😁

sarahbarnes Oof, that sounds rough. 😬 1d
Cathythoughts Thank god for different points of view, it‘s so refreshing ❤️❤️❤️ (edited) 17h
CatLass007 I‘m not a huge fan of poetry, but there are poems I really enjoy. If that makes any sense. 15h
Tamra @sarahbarnes rather, but I‘m giving it a go nonetheless. 🤞🏾 15h
Tamra @CatLass007 yes, I know exactly what you mean! There is poetry I enjoy, but WW‘s style isn‘t for me. It‘s pretty anachronistic. 15h
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Blueberry
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Eggs Perfect 👍🏼 🩵 ✍🏻 11mo
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ErinSee
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Exploring some poetry this Sunday morning!

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LAnneCard
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"Night is coming!
The red swift clouds of the hurricane
Yon declining sun have overtaken,
The clash of the hail sweeps over the plain--
Night is coming!"
#PercyByssheShelley #TheTwoSpiritsAnAllegory

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