#poetry

#poetry

In 1967, Caedmon Records released Poems and Songs of Middle-Earth, featuring J.R.R. Tolkien reading his own literary works amidst the rise of counterculture popularity.

Thomas McCarthy, a noted Irish poet who studied at University College Cork in the 1970s, emerged amidst a vibrant literary renaissance under John Montague's guidance.

The flags frame time, marking the transition from past to present, creating a safe space amidst the unpredictability of waves and life.

The ultimate goal of my poetry became getting justice for those who suffered at the hands of European colonisers. Poetry connects society to those experiences.

Poetry can be both solace and activism, providing a means to explore profound themes of environmental catastrophe, especially as we experience the impacts of climate change.

"Flor y Canto was started in 2008 by San Francisco's first Latino poet laureate, Alejandro Murguía, to celebrate La Misión's deep literary roots and to invite poets from around the world..."

In her 1985 book, Spirit in Ashes, she called them "death events" and emphasized the necessity for a new language, as existing words fail to capture these horrors.

"Weddings are being reinvented... but many still choose the same Shakespeare sonnets. What are the best poems for modern marriages?"

"I've been exposed to different cultures and I try to bring that all together in my writing...writing began naturally, I think I just needed to do it."

Gabriele Tinti's 'Hermes' reveals the inner turmoil of the poet, reflecting on loss and the struggle of creativity through the lens of the legendary deity.

Kefala's persistent absence from mainstream literary recognition, despite her significant contributions, highlights the complexities of cultural identity and representation in literature.

I want to talk about how you could be civil. It's like a time capsule of civility.

"And arts programming is really important for imaginative life," Taylor said.

Ben Jonson's extensive writings during the Jacobean Era not only showcased his talent but also positioned him as a literary figure second only to Shakespeare in influence.

Marlowe's decision to translate this specific work was therefore 'a characteristically transgressive act' against 'the religious and moral establishment.'

Derrick C. Brown, a former paratrooper, transformed his life through poetry and comedy, winning Paste Magazine's 2023 Comedy Album of the Year for his unique style.

"It really meant a lot to me that that particular poem got published, because it meant something to me spending so much time at the beach in Manzanita."

David St. John, a celebrated poet and editor, reflects on the poignant themes of loss and renewal in poetry while engaging with Larry Levis's work.