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Poetry - 100 Best-Loved Poems (Dover Thrift Editions)

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Book Synopsis: Here are some of the most-loved poems in the English language, chosen not merely for their popularity, but for their literary quality as well. Dating from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, these splendid poems remain evergreen in their capacity to engage our minds and refresh our spirits. Among them are Marlowe: "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love"; Shakespeare: "Sonnet XVIII" ("Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?"); Donne: "Holy Sonnet X" ("Death, be not proud"); Marvell: "To His Coy Mistress"; Wordsworth: "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud"; Shelley: "Ode to the West Wind"; Longfellow: "The Children's Hour"; Poe: "The Raven"; Tennyson: "The Charge of the Light Brigade"; Whitman: "O Captain! My Captain!"; Dickinson: "This Is My Letter to the World"; Yeats: "When You Are Old"; Frost: "The Road Not Taken"; Millay: "First Fig." Works by many other poets — Milton, Blake, Burns, Coleridge, Byron, Keats, Emerson, the Brownings, Hardy, Housman, Kipling, Pound, and Auden among them — are included in this treasury, a perfect companion for quiet moments of reflection.

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Looking for a collection of timeless poems that captivate your heart and stir your soul? Look no further than the 100 Best-Loved Poems (Dover Thrift Editions). This handpicked selection of English language poems will transport you through the ages, from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Each poem has been chosen not only for its popularity but also for its literary quality, ensuring a captivating reading experience.

From Marlowe's beautiful "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love" to Dickinson's introspective "This Is My Letter to the World," this anthology showcases the most remarkable poems of all time. Dive into Shakespeare's immortal "Sonnet XVIII" where he compares his lover to a summer's day or get lost in Poe's haunting "The Raven." Discover Wordsworth's picturesque "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud" and acquaint yourself with Whitman's powerful "O Captain! My Captain!"

But the magic doesn't stop there. Inside the pages of this treasury, you'll find works by legendary poets such as Milton, Blake, Burns, Coleridge, Byron, Keats, and many more. From the thought-provoking verses of Tennyson's "The Charge of the Light Brigade" to Yeats' poignant "When You Are Old," this collection is a true testament to the richness of English poetry.

Whether you're a literature enthusiast or simply seeking moments of reflection, this book is the perfect companion. Let these splendid poems engage your mind and refresh your spirit as you delve into the world of timeless poetic masterpieces. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a literary treasure that will transport you to another realm with every turn of the page.

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