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Poetry
Poetry is a form of literary art in which language is used for its aesthetic and evocative qualities in addition to, or in lieu of, its apparent meaning. Poetry may be written independently, as discrete poems, or may occur in conjunction with other arts, as in poetic drama, hymns or lyrics.
Poetry, and discussions of it, have a long history. Early attempts to define poetry, such as Aristotle's Poetics, focused on the uses of speech in rhetoric, drama, song and comedy.[1] Later attempts concentrated on features such as repetition and rhyme, and emphasised the aesthetics which distinguish poetry ...more
Poetry, and discussions of it, have a long history. Early attempts to define poetry, such as Aristotle's Poetics, focused on the uses of speech in rhetoric, drama, song and comedy.[1] Later attempts concentrated on features such as repetition and rhyme, and emphasised the aesthetics which distinguish poetry ...more
We Ponder: Unsettled Minds. A Collection of Poems
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Here lies a collection of 70 poems. This poetry book will take you through a journey of unearthing society's most contemplated topics. I encourage you
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Poemhood: Our Black Revival: History, Folklore & the Black Experience: A Young Adult Poetry Anthology
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date: Jan 30, 2024
Starring thirty-seven poets, with contributions from acclaimed authors, including Kwame Alexander, Ibi Zoboi, and Nikki Giovanni, this breathtaking Bl
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Songs for My Father: 100 Poems of Hope to God
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"Dear Readers, We're excited to announce a book giveaway! We hope this collection inspires you to embark on a new literary adventure. Happy reading!"
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