Poetry Books
Explore a world of emotions through our Poetry collection at Thryft. Discover works by renowned poets like Rumi, Robert Frost, and Maya Angelou. Our selection also features contemporary voices such as Warsan Shire and Ocean Vuong.
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William Shakespeare
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Oxford
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Press
Oxford School Shakespeare: Merchant of Venice
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This edition of The Merchant of Venice is especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists (including websites) and classroom notes, allowing students to master Shakespeare's work.About the Series:Newly redesigned and easier to read, each play in the Oxford School Shakespeare series includes the complete and unabridged text, detailed and clear explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes, and notes on the main characters. Also included is a wide range of questions and activities for work in class, together with the historical background to Shakespeare's England, a brief biography of Shakespeare, and a complete list of his plays.
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Thom Gunn, Ted Hughes |
Faber
&
Faber
Ltd
Selected Poems
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First published in 1962 this selection, made by the poets themselves, draws on the volumes they had published up to that date and forms a valuable introduction to their work.
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William Shakespeare, SparkNotes |
Sparknotes
The Taming of the Shrew (No Fear Shakespeare)
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No Fear Shakespeare puts Shakespeare's language side-by-side with a facing-page translation into modern English—the kind of English people actually speak today. ebook (online read) can be found here Renowned as Shakespeare's most boisterous comedy, The Taming of the Shrew is the tale of two young men, the hopeful Lucentio and the worldly Petruchio, and the two sisters they meet in Padua. Lucentio falls in love with Bianca, the apparently ideal younger daughter of the wealthy Baptista Minola. But before they can marry, Bianca's formidable elder sister, Katherine, must be wed. Petruchio, interested only in the huge dowry, arranges to marry Katherine -against her will- and enters into a battle of the sexes that has endured as one of Shakespeare's most enjoyable works.
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Adrienne Rich
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W.
W.
Norton
&
Company
Diving into the Wreck : Poems 1971-1972
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"Diving into the Wreck" is a powerful collection of poems that explore the wreckage of societal constructs and personal experiences, while simultaneously uncovering the hidden treasures within them. Adrienne Rich's distinctive voice and thought-provoking use of language make this collection a must-read for anyone who seeks to explore the complexities of the human experience.
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John Milton John Milton
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Harpercollins
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Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained
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Greedily she engorged without restraint, And knew not eating death;
Milton's Paradise Lost is a poem of epic proportions that tells of Satan's attempts to mislead Eve into disobeying God in the Garden of Eden, by eating from the tree of knowledge. His interpretation of the biblical story of Genesis is vivid and intense in its language, justifying the actions of God to men. In his sequel poem, Paradise Regained, Milton shows Satan trying to seduce Jesus in a similar way to Eve, but ultimately failing as Jesus remains steadfast.
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A.R. Braunmuller, William Shakespeare, Stephen Orgel |
Penguin
Classics
The Merchant of Venice
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In this lively comedy of love and money in sixteenth-century Venice, Bassanio wants to impress the wealthy heiress Portia but lacks the necessary funds. He turns to his merchant friend, Antonio, who is forced to borrow from Shylock, a Jewish moneylender. When Antonio's business falters, repayment becomes impossible--and by the terms of the loan agreement, Shylock is able to demand a pound of Antonio's flesh. Portia cleverly intervenes, and all ends well (except of course for Shylock).
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William Shakespeare, Janis Lull |
Cambridge
University
Press
King Richard III
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The New Cambridge Shakespeare appeals to students worldwide for its up-to-date scholarship and emphasis on performance. The series features line-by-line commentaries and textual notes on the plays and poems. Introductions are regularly refreshed with accounts of new critical, stage and screen interpretations. For this second edition of King Richard III, Janis Lull has added a new section to her introduction, in which she focuses on contemporary productions of the play as well as recent scholarly criticism. Lull emphasises the importance of women's roles in this popular drama but shows how the text has frequently been cut, rewritten and reshaped by directors and actors to enhance the role of Richard, often at the expense of female characters. The special relationship between King Richard III and Macbeth is also explored while the notes detail the play's language in terms that are easily accessible to contemporary readers.
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Katherine Duncan-Jones, William Shakespeare |
Bloomsbury
Arden
Shakespeare
Shakespeare's Sonnets
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The Arden Shakespeare has long been acclaimed as the established scholarly edition of Shakespeare's work. Now being totally reedited for the third time, Arden editions offer the very best in contemporary scholarship. Each volume provides a clear and authoritative text, edited to the highest standards; detailed textual notes and commentary on the same page of the text; full contextual, illustrated introduction, including an in-depth survey of critical and performance approaches to the play; and selected bibliography.
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Sylvia Plath
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Faber
And
Faber
The Bell Jar
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I was supposed to be having the time of my life.When Esther Greenwood wins an internship on a New York fashion magazine in 1953, she is elated, believing she will finally realise her dream to become a writer. But in between the cocktail parties and piles of manuscripts, Esther's life begins to slide out of control. She finds herself spiralling into depression and eventually a suicide attempt, as she grapples with difficult relationships and a society which refuses to take women's aspirations seriously.The Bell Jar, Sylvia Plath's only novel, was originally published in 1963 under the pseudonym Victoria Lucas. The novel is partially based on Plath's own life and has become a modern classic. The Bell Jar has been celebrated for its darkly funny and a razor sharp portrait of 1950s society and has sold millions of copies worldwide.
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"Selected Poems" by William Blake is a must-read for poetry lovers who seek an immersive and inspiring experience. The book features a collection of Blake's finest poems ranging from the mystical to the romantic. The author's ability to convey soulful expressions in simple language is a unique feature, making the book accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds. The poems are timeless and powerful, and the book is bound to leave readers moved and inspired.
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William Shakespeare
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Barrie
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Jenkins
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The Sonnets
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The Sonnets by William Shakespeare is an excellent choice for anyone interested in Renaissance literature. With its poetic imagery and intricate language, this book provides a glimpse into the beauty and complexity of life during the Renaissance era. It is a must-read for those looking to expand their literary horizons and delve deep into the world of poetry.
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M.H. Abrams, Alfred David, Carol T. Christ |
W.
W.
Norton
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Company
The Norton Anthology of English Literature : Volume 2: The Romantic Period through the Twentieth Century
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Paperback. Pub Date :2013-12-11 Pages: 3052 Language: English Publisher: WW Norton & Company A best-seller for more than forty years. this is the survey of English literature from the Middle Ages to the twenty-first century. With 274 authors. the Eighth Edition deepens its representation of essential works in all genres. ranging from Seamus Heaneys translation of Beowulf to global twentieth-century classics. Over 75 colour plates and thematic clusters of brief and historically significant texts bring to life the cultural concerns of each period. Concise glosses and annotations. period introductions. biographical headnotes. timelines and selected bibliographies help readers understand and enjoy the rich diversity of English literature.
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William Shakespeare
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Collins
Classics
Uk
Much Ado About Nothing
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Much Ado About Nothing by Shakespeare, William (england)
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Virgil, Bernard Knox, Robert Fagles |
Penguin
Classics
The Aeneid
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"The Fagles translation is destined to be the English Aeneid of the new century." -The Wall Street Journal Robert Fagles's award-winning translations of Homer's Iliad and Odyssey have sold more than a million copies and become classics in their own right. With this modern verse translation of Virgil's Aeneid, Fagles completes the classic triptych at the heart of Western civilization. Retaining all of the gravitas and humanity of the original, yet vibrant and contemporary, this seminal literary achievement of the ancient world is an unsparing portrait of a man caught between love, duty, and fate.
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This is an alternate cover edition of ISBN 9780141182711, found here.Set on the coast of England against the vivid background of the sea, The Waves introduces six characters—three men and three women—who are grappling with the death of a beloved friend, Percival. Instead of describing their outward expressions of grief, Virginia Woolf draws her characters from the inside, revealing them through their thoughts and interior soliloquies. As their understanding of nature’s trials grows, the chorus of narrative voices blends together in miraculous harmony, remarking not only on the inevitable death of individuals but on the eternal connection of everyone. The novel that most epitomizes Virginia Woolf’s theories of fiction in the working form, The Waves is an amazing book very much ahead of its time. It is a poetic dreamscape, visual, experimental, and thrilling.
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Sylvia Plath
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Harper
Perennial
The Bell Jar
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A Special Paperback Edition to Commemorate the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Publication of Sylvia Plath's Remarkable Novel.Sylvia Plath's shocking, realistic, and intensely emotional novel about a woman falling into the grip of insanity.Esther Greenwood is brilliant, beautiful, enormously talented, and successful, but slowly going under—maybe for the last time. In her acclaimed and enduring masterwork, Sylvia Plath brilliantly draws the reader into Esther's breakdown with such intensity that her insanity becomes palpably real, even rational—as accessible an experience as going to the movies. A deep penetration into the darkest and most harrowing corners of the human psyche, The Bell Jar is an extraordinary accomplishment and a haunting American classic.
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Elizabeth Lowe, Hélène Cixous, Clarice Lispector |
University
Of
Minnesota
Press
Agua Viva
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Clarice Lispector tinha o hábito de dormir cedo, acordar de madrugada e ficar sentada na sua sala pensando, fumando e ouvindo a Rádio Relógio, acompanhada apenas de seu cachorro, Ulisses. Nesses momentos de solidão, nasceram muitas de suas obras, que, depois, ela escreveria com a máquina de escrever apoiada sobre as pernas. “Escrevo-te sentada junto de uma janela aberta no alto do meu ateliê”, diz ela em determinado trecho do romance Água viva, em que a autora se confunde com a personagem, uma solitária pintora que se lança em infinitas reflexões sobre o tempo, a vida e a morte, os sonhos e visões, as flores, os estados da alma, a coragem e o medo e, principalmente, a arte da criação, do saber usar as palavras num jogo de sons e silêncios que se combinam, a especialidade da própria Clarice.Água viva, longo texto ficcional em forma de monólogo, foi lançado pela primeira vez em 1973, poucos anos antes da morte de Clarice que, nessa época, já se consagrara como um dos valores mais sólidos da nossa literatura, por seu estilo único, em que a grande preocupação era a busca permanente pela linguagem.Água viva é um desafio emocionante para quem lê ou relê Clarice Lispector. Traz uma linguagem que não se perde no tempo; ao contrário, é ricamente metafórica, em que coisas, ações e emoções do dia-a-dia se transformam em grandiosas digressões indagadoras sobre o sentido da existência e da vida. Seguindo a linha de características introspectivas de seus livros, Clarice cria uma obra singular, verdadeiro relato íntimo que projeta em flashes, como num caleidoscópio, verdadeiros resumos de estados de espírito em tom de confidência, onde a subjetividade sobrepuja o factual e a narradora é responsável pela cadência do texto.Nova edição do de um dos livros mais conhecidos de Clarice Lispector, agora com projeto gráfico de Victor Burton e capa criada a partir de pinturas da própria Clarice. Esta edição traz posfácio do poeta Eucanaã Ferraz.
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Kamila Shamsie
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Bloomsbury
Publishing
Broken Verses
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"Broken Verses" is a captivating story of love, loss, and the yearning for closure. The author, Kamila Shamsie, weaves together multiple narratives and timelines to create a tapestry of characters bound by a common thread of grief. With lyrical prose and intricate plot twists, "Broken Verses" keeps the reader engaged till the very end. The exploration of complex relationships, particularly between mother and daughter, is a standout feature of the book. Highly recommended for those who enjoy literary fiction with a touch of mystery.
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Daniel Karlin, Edward FitzGerald, Omar Khayyám |
Oxford
University
Press
Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam
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In 1859, Edward FitzGerald translated into English the short, epigrammatic poems (or "rub iy t") of medieval Persian poet Omar Khayy m. If not a true translation--his Omar seems to have read Shakespeare and the King James Bible--the poem nevertheless conveyed some of the most beautiful and haunting images in English poetry, and some of the sharpest-edged. By the end of the century, it was one of the best-known poems in the English language, admired by Swinburne and Ruskin. Daniel Karlin's richly annotated edition focuses on the poem as a work of Victorian literary art, doing justice to the scope and complexity of FitzGerald's lyrical meditation on "human death and fate." Karlin provides a fascinating critical introduction which documents the poem's treatment of its Persian sources, along with its multiple affiliations with English and Classical literature and to the Bible. A selection of contemporary reviews offers an insight into the poem's early reception, including the first attack on its status as a translation. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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Rabindranath Tagore, Radha Chakravarty |
Hesperus
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Farewell Song
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A landmark in Bengali literature, Farewell Song has been described as Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore's masterpiece This celebrated work is Tagore's triumphant response to those who criticized his supremacy in Bengali literature. Interweaving original verse and beautiful yet playful prose, he writes of earthly love and, in doing so, creates timeless literature. In the book, Amit Ray—an Oxford-educated intellectual who aims to overthrow the old order of Indian literature—is on holiday in the Shillong hills when his car hits that of Labanya, a scholarly local governess. Unharmed, he immediately succumbs to her charms, and they embark on an erudite and passionate love affair, but their hilly idyll is threatened by ghosts from Amit's more sophisticated past. The only available edition of a rare comic work by a Nobel laureate, this book is being released to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Tagore's birth.
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Robin Kirkpatrick, Dante Alighieri |
Penguin
Books
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The Divine Comedy : Inferno, Purgatorio, Paradiso
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This book is a must-read for anyone who is intrigued by the concept of redemption and the exploration of the afterlife. Dante's vivid and descriptive storytelling takes readers on a captivating journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, accompanied by his guide, Virgil. You will be enlightened by the allegorical exploration of faith, desire, and enlightenment, and moved by the profound depth of Dante's poetry. This edition, translated by Robin Kirkpatrick, strikes the perfect balance between readability and maintaining the essence of Dante's original work. It's a truly immersive and transformative experience that will stay with you long after you turn the last page.
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Sheldon I. Pollock, Vālmīki |
Clay
Sanskrit
Ramayana Book Three : The Forest
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The skies darken for the exiles, who have taken refuge in forest hermitages. First one demon, then another, attempts to harm or corrupt them. When these efforts fail, an army of demons is sent, and then a bigger one, but each time Rama again defeats them. Finally Rávana, the supreme lord of the demons, decides to cripple Rama by capturing Sita; he traps her, and carries her off under heavy guard to the island fortress of Lanka. Rama is distraught by grief, and searches everywhere without success.Co-published by New York University Press and the JJC FoundationFor more on this title and other titles in the Clay Sanskrit series, please visit
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Roma Gill, William Shakespeare |
Oxford
University
Press
Richard II
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Richard II is a fascinating exploration of power, politics, and the consequences of hubris. Shakespeare's masterful writing is accompanied by useful commentary and notes that deepen the reading experience. Recommended for those who enjoy historical fiction with complex characters and themes.
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Siegfried Sassoon
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Faber
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Faber
The War Poems
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Sassoon, who lived through World War One and who died in 1967, was, as the introduction to this book tells us, irritated in his later years at always being thought of as a "war poet". Understandable perhaps from the point of view of the poet: readers on the other hand might wish to demur. The poems gathered here and chronologically ordered, thereby tracing the course of the war, are an extraordinary testimony to the almost unimaginable experiences of a combatant in that bitter conflict. Moving from the patriotic optimism of the first few poems (" ... fighting for our freedom, we are free") to the anguish and anger of the later work (where "hope, with furtive eyes and grappling fists / Flounders in mud ... "), there comes a point when the reality of trench-warfare and its aftershocks move beyond comprehension: Sassoon knows this, and it becomes a powerful element in his art. As a book, the images have a cumulative relentlessness that make it almost impossible to read more than a few poems in one sitting. Unlike the avant-garde experiments developing in Europe in the first decades of this century, Sassoon's verse is formally conservative--but this was perhaps necessary, for as one reads the poems, one feels that the form, the classically inflected tropes, the metre and rhyme, apart from ironising the rhetoric of glory and battle were necessary techniques for containing the emotion (and indeed, a tone of barely controlled irony may have been the only means by which these angry observations would have been considered publishable at the time). When Sassoon's line begins to fragment, as it does in several of the later poems, it is under the extreme pressure to express the inexpressible. Compassion and sympathy are omnipresent here, in their full etymological sense of suffering with or alongside others--something the higher echelons of command (those " ... old men who died / Slow, natural deaths--old men with ugly souls") were never able or willing to contemplate. But Sassoon intuited the future of warfare, could sense that this was not "the war to end all wars": the mock-religious invocation of the final poem prefigures the vicious euphemisms of more recent conflicts: "Grant us the power to prove, by poison gases, / The needlessness of shedding human blood." Sassoon's bile-black irony signals a deep-felt pessimism: it was with good reason. --Burhan Tufail
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Karen Hodder, Alfred Tennyson |
Wordsworth
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The Works of Alfred Lord Tennyson
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Although Tennyson (1809-1892) has often seemed to personify the Victorian Age, he was a poet before it began and his poems endure to speak clearly to this modern one. His mastery of a great variety of poetic forms and moods enables him to communicate such extremes of feeling as ‘calm despair and wild unrest’; rapturous love: ‘the soul of the rose went into my blood’; and noble resolve:…One equal temper of heroic hearts / Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will.
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Fernando Pessoa
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Penguin
I Have More Souls Than One
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'But no, she's abstract, is a birdOf sound in the air of air soaring,And her soul sings unencumberedBecause the song's what makes her sing.'Dramatic, lyrical and ranging over four distinct personae, these poems by one of Portugal's greatest poets trace a mind shaken by intense suffering and a tireless search for meaning.Penguin Modern: fifty new books celebrating the pioneering spirit of the iconic Penguin Modern Classics series, with each one offering a concentrated hit of its contemporary, international flavour. Here are authors ranging from Kathy Acker to James Baldwin, Truman Capote to Stanislaw Lem and George Orwell to Shirley Jackson; essays radical and inspiring; poems moving and disturbing; stories surreal and fabulous; taking us from the deep South to modern Japan, New York's underground scene to the farthest reaches of outer space.
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Euripides, John Davie, Richard Rutherford |
Penguin
Classics
The Bacchae and Other Plays
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Just imagine being transported back to ancient Greece, where gods and mortals clash in epic battles of power and morality. These plays by Euripides are not just stories, but windows into the human psyche, exploring themes of passion, betrayal, and divine intervention. Each play is a journey that will leave you questioning your own beliefs and pondering the intricacies of the human condition. So, if you're ready to dive into the depths of ancient Greek drama and experience the raw emotions of these timeless tragedies, this book is your ticket to a captivating and thought-provoking read.
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Rabindranath Tagore
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Fingerprint!
Publishing
Greatest Works of Rabindranath Tagore (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)
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The Greatest Works of Rabindranath Tagore is a captivating hardbound edition that includes a collection of twenty-five classic short stories, Gitanjali, his celebrated poetry, his memoir, and the well-known novel, The Home and the World. This meticulous compilation showcases Tagore's versatility as a writer and his ability to present thought-provoking stories with nuances of philosophy. With its exquisitely designed leather-bound format and small editorial notes preceding each work, this book is perfect for lovers of literature who want to indulge in stories that inspire and provoke reflection.
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William Carlos Williams, Christopher MacGowan |
New
Directions
Paterson
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Paterson is both a place—the New Jersey city in whom the person (the poet's own life) and the public (the history of the region) are combined. Originally four books (published individually between 1946 and 1951), the structure of Paterson (in Dr. Williams' words) "follows the course of the Passaic River" from above the great falls to its entrance into the sea. The unexpected Book Five, published in 1958, affirms the triumphant life of the imagination, in spite of age and death. This revised edition has been meticulously re-edited by Christopher MacGowan, who has supplied a wealth of notes and explanatory material.
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A.S. Byatt
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Vintage
Classics
Possession : A Romance
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This book is a literary masterpiece that seamlessly weaves together romance, mystery, and history. As you delve into the lives of two Victorian poets, you'll find yourself enchanted by the beautifully written letters, journals, and poems that unravel their passionate and tragic stories. Possession is a captivating journey that will transport you through time and leave you breathless with its depth and complexity. It is a must-read for anyone who appreciates exquisite storytelling and the power of love to transcend time.
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Roma Gill, William Shakespeare |
Oxford
University
Press
Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello
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Oxford School Shakespeare is an acclaimed series especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes that are easy to find and crystal clear. Each volume also includes decorative and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, rigorous but accessible commentary, up-to-date reading lists, the addresses of relevant websites, and classroom notes - all to help students to better appreciate the great works of Shakespeare. Now the six most popular books in the series have received a fresh new look.
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William Shakespeare, Stephen Orgel, A.R. Braunmuller |
Penguin
Classics
Henry IV, Part 1: The Pelican Shakespeare
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If you're a fan of the nuanced interplay between royalty and rebellion, "Henry IV, Part 1" could be a thrilling read for you. The Pelican Shakespeare edition offers a comprehensive understanding with insightful essays and authoritative texts that bring the theatrical world of Shakespeare's time to life. It's perfect for both new students of Shakespeare and seasoned enthusiasts looking to delve deeper into the Bard's work. Plus, it's formatted in a way that makes the richness of Shakespeare’s language more accessible.
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Richard Brautigan
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Vintage
In Watermelon Sugar
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In Watermelon Sugar is a perfect book for those looking for a unique and surreal escape from reality. Brautigan's writing style is highly individual with a fertile, active inventiveness that will keep readers engaged from start to finish. This book is a parable of the counterculture generation and is appreciated for its delicate, fantastic, and humorous narrative that expresses the mood of the time. It is a short and enjoyable read that will leave a lasting impression on readers.
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William Blake
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Dover
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Songs of Innocence
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William Blake's innovations in engraving techniques brought about his brilliant synthesis of visual and poetic art and signaled the beginning of his famous "Illuminated Books," of which the Songs of Innocence was the first and most popular. Unfortunately, Blake's vision is generally known to the world in amputated form: because of the difficulty and expense of reproducing his original conception, most editions of Blake's work offer only the printed text, with no trace of the visual counterpart so essential to his "System."This new, facsimile edition of the Songs of Innocence reproduces Blake's color plates in a fashion which the artist himself would have approved. The 31 plates — printed on facing pages which are the same size of Blake's own first edition — offer one of the more brightly colored versions of this significant volume, no two copies of which are the same. As a special aid to readers, a typographical reprint of the text of poems follows the plates. Such classic "songs" as "The Lamb" and "The Chimney Sweeper" are now accessible to all in the symbiotic union of poem and picture that is crucial to a total understating of Blake's mind and art.
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"Alas that mortals Should blame the gods! From us, they say, All evils come. Yet they themselves It is who through defiant deeds Bring sorrow on them-far more sorrow Than fate would have them bear."Attributed to the blind Greek poet, Homer, The Odyssey is an epic tale about cunning and strength of mind. It takes its starting point ten years after the fall of the city of Troy and follows its Greek warrior hero Odysseus as he tries to journey to his home of Ithaca in northwest Greece after the Greek victory over the Trojans.On his travels, Odysseus comes across surreal islands and foreign lands where he is in turn challenged and supported by those that he meets on his travels as he attempts to find his way back home in order to vanquish those who threaten his estate. In turn, his son Telemachus has to grow up quickly as he attempts to find his father and protect his mother from her suitors. Dealing with the universal themes of temptation and courage, the epic journey that Odysseus undertakes is as meaningful today as it was almost 3.000 years ago when the story was composed.
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Harper
The Financial Lives of the Poets
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"The Financial Lives of the Poets" is a humorous and heartfelt novel that explores the financial struggles faced by a small-time finance journalist, Matt Prior. Readers who enjoy stories that blend humor and drama will find themselves fully invested in Matt's quest to save his marriage, his sanity, and his dreams. The unique blend of verse and prose adds a distinctive touch to the storytelling, making this book a must-read for those who enjoy witty and engaging fiction.
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Roma Gill, William Shakespeare |
Oxford
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This edition of As You Like It is especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists (including websites) and classroom notes, allowing students to master Shakespeare's work. About the Series: Newly redesigned and easier to read, each play in the Oxford School Shakespeare series includes the complete and unabridged text, detailed and clear explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes, and notes on the main characters. Also included is a wide range of questions and activities for work in class, together with the historical background to Shakespeare's England, a brief biography of Shakespeare, and a complete list of his plays.
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Siegfried Sassoon
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Faber
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1929. Sassoon, the English novelist and poet who, after serving as an officer in World War I, expressed his conviction of the brutality and waste of war in his grim, forceful, realistic verse. He is also known for his three-volume fictional autobiography, at first published anonymously under the title The Memoirs of George Sherston. Memoirs of a Fox Hunting Man is the first volume in the trilogy and gives a particularly vivid evocation of the life of the English country gentry before World War I. Contents: Early Days; The Flower Show Match; A Fresh Start; A Day with the Potford; At the Rectory; The Colonel's Cup; Denis Milden as Master; Migration to the Midlands; In the Army; and At the Front.
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Nicholas Brooke, William Shakespeare |
Oxford
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The Tragedy of Macbeth: The Oxford Shakespeare
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A play of darkness originally conceived for daylight performance at the Globe, Macbeth is a tour de force of theatrical illusion from the supernatural to mere delusion. In this fully annotated edition, Nicholas Brooke investigates the great appeal of the play's use of illusion, relating its changing theatrical fortunes to changes within society and in theatrical conditions. Offering a fresh reconsideration of textual problems, the book makes a major contribution to our understanding of the play within aesthetic history.About the For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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Anthony Esolen, Dante Alighieri |
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Inferno
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This book is a timeless classic that takes you on a poetic journey through the depths of hell, purgatory, and paradise. With extensive notes and reproductions of Dante's sources, it's perfect for those interested in literature, theology, and philosophy. The illustrations by Gustave Doré also add a unique and immersive visual dimension to the experience.
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Geoffrey Chaucer
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Harpercollins
The Canterbury Tales
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The Canterbury Tales is an iconic work of literature that showcases the timeless themes of human nature, love, and morality through a series of entertaining stories. It is a must-read for readers who enjoy medieval tales and wish to delve into one of the major works of English literature. The book's charm lies in its diverse range of stories, which are told by a group of colorful characters, making it an enjoyable and insightful read.
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William Blake
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Oxford
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John Donne - Selected Poems
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This book is a great read for anyone who enjoys poetry that explores the deeper aspects of love, life, and death. John Donne's metaphysical poetry style is unique in its use of complex metaphors and intellectual themes, making his work thought-provoking and engaging. Recommended for poetry lovers who enjoy challenging yet rewarding reads.
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Adam Foulds, Andrej E. Skubic |
Jonathan
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This book is a great read for those interested in historical fiction and mental health. The novel provides a vivid description of the life of John Clare, a nature poet who ends up in an asylum, struggling to hold on to his identity. The conversations between young Alfred Tennyson and Dr. Matthew Allen add depth and character development to the plot while the description of the forest and its inhabitants provide a stunning contrast to the bleak, isolated world of the asylum.
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Rabindranath Tagore, William Radice |
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Selected Poems
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This book is a must-read for poetry lovers seeking an immersive experience in the beauty of Rabindranath Tagore's words. With a collection of selected poems, this book offers a glimpse into Tagore's profound insights into life, love, and spirituality. Each poem, thoughtfully translated, carries the essence of Tagore's original work, leaving readers captivated by the power of his words that transcend language and cultural boundaries. Allow yourself to be immersed in the timeless beauty of Tagore's poetry with this enlightening collection.
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Unknown, W.R.J. Barron |
Manchester
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a classic tale of chivalry and honor, set in the legendary court of King Arthur. This dual text edition provides extensive notes and a glossary to enhance the reader's understanding of the Middle English language and the cultural context. The story explores the themes of temptation and loyalty, and the protagonists' struggles to uphold the values of knighthood in the face of temptation. Recommended for fans of Arthurian literature and medieval history.
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William Shakespeare, Roma Gill |
Oxford
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The Merchant of Venice
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Critical commentary accompanies the story of Antonio, who risks his life to borrow money from his enemy, Shylock, and is saved by Portia, an heiress posing as a lawyer.
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Anchor
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Archy and Mehitabel could be a good read for anyone who enjoys witty and satirical humor. Don Marquis' unique poetry style and the personification of two lowest creatures on the social scale make the book a delight to read. It's a perfect fit for readers who are looking for light, entertaining but thought-provoking prose that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Othello by William Shakespeare is a tragedy that delves into the complex themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal. Through the passion of Othello and Desdemona's love, the sinister machinations of Iago, and the devastating consequences of jealousy and betrayal, Shakespeare masterfully portrays the complexity of human emotions and the tragic consequences they can bring. This book is recommended for those who appreciate timeless literary classics that explore the depths of the human experience.
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The Waves could be a good read for someone who enjoys poetic, introspective works of fiction. Virginia Woolf's experimental narrative technique, which captures her characters' inner thoughts and feelings, makes this novel a standout in her repertoire. The novel's exploration of universal themes like love, friendship, and mortality could also resonate with readers seeking a thought-provoking and emotionally immersive read.
Immerse yourself in the world of Poetry
At Thryft, we value the power of words. Poetry can encapsulate feelings that are hard to express, offering solace and clarity. Our collection includes timeless classics, vibrant modern works, and significant contributions from local poets. Delve into these verses to enrich your mind and soul. Whether you're a poetry novice or a seasoned reader, find the perfect piece that speaks to you.
If you're new to poetry, consider starting with accessible poets like Rupi Kaur for modern emotional expressions, or explore classics by Emily Dickinson and Robert Frost, known for their timeless appeal.
Absolutely! Thryft proudly features works by Asian poets including acclaimed authors like Ocean Vuong and Rizal Varma, highlighting diverse voices from the region.
Certainly! Our collection features nature-themed poetry, celebrating the beauty of the natural world. Discover authors like Mary Oliver whose works you can find in our Nature section.
Yes, we have a variety of poetry books suitable for young adults. Young readers might enjoy the modern style of poets like Amanda Lovelace. Explore more options in our Young Adult section.
Contemporary poetry has expanded to incorporate diverse voices and styles, reflecting current societal issues and emotions. Authors like Warsan Shire and Claudia Rankine have broken new ground, resonating with today's readers.