Poetry
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The Prophet
Kahlil Gibran
A poetic collection of philosophical essays on various aspects of life, including love, work, and death.
The Essential Rumi
Jalal Al-Din Rumi
A collection of poems by the Sufi mystic Rumi, offering insights on love, spirituality, and the human experience.
Leaves of Grass
Walt Whitman
A collection of poetry celebrating individuality, nature, and the human spirit.
Aeneid
Virgil
An epic poem recounting the journey of Aeneas after the fall of Troy, a foundational work in Western literature.
Book of Longing
Leonard Cohen
A collection of poetry and drawings by Leonard Cohen, reflecting on love, spirituality, and longing.
Paradise Lost
John Milton
An epic poem about the biblical story of the Fall of Man, exploring themes of free will and redemption.
Sixteen Satires
Juvenal
A collection of satirical poems critiquing Roman society, touching on themes of corruption, greed, and hypocrisy.
Evenings and Avenues
Stuart Dischell
A poetry collection exploring themes of urban life, relationships, and existential reflection.
Dig Safe
Stuart Dischell
A poetry collection by Stuart Dischell, exploring themes of life, memory, and the search for meaning.
Backwards Days
Stuart Dischell
A poetry collection that captures the nuances of human relationships, emotions, and self-reflection.
Alien vs. Predator
Michael Robbins
A poetry collection that blends pop culture references with humor and social commentary.
Children with Enemies
Stuart Dischell
A poetry collection exploring themes of conflict, humanity, and personal reflection.
Selected Epigrams
Martial
A collection of witty, often satirical poems by the Roman poet Martial, reflecting on Roman society.
The White Goddess
Robert Graves
A poetic and scholarly exploration of the “White Goddess” figure in European mythology and poetry.
Rilke on Love and Other Difficulties
Rainer Maria Rilke
A collection of Rilke’s writings on love, spirituality, and life, featuring profound reflections and poetic insights.
Beowulf
Seamus Heaney
A modern translation of the classic Old English epic poem, recounting the hero’s battles against monsters.
The Dream of a Common Language
Adrienne Rich
A collection of poetry that addresses themes of love, feminism, and social justice.
The Voice That Is Great Within Us
Hayden Carruth
A collection of essential American poetry from various authors, offering a snapshot of American life.
The Golden Gate
Vikram Seth
A novel in verse that captures the lives of young professionals in 1980s San Francisco.
The Collected Poems of Dylan Thomas
Dylan Thomas
A complete collection of poetry by Dylan Thomas.
Standing on Z
Stuart Dischell
A collection of poems capturing various themes of life and experience.
Good Hope Road
Stuart Dischell
A poetry collection exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience.
Das Energi
Paul Williams
A collection of poetic insights on self-awareness, spirituality, and life.
Fishbone
Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Poetry collection reflecting on nature, family, and cultural heritage.
Miracle Fruit
Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Poetry collection exploring themes of identity, nature, and transformation.
The Collected Poems of Emily Dickinson
Emily Dickinson
A compilation of Dickinson’s deeply personal and reflective poetry, exploring themes of love, nature, and death.
Best American Poetry
David Lehman
An annual anthology featuring some of the best American poets.
Night Sky with Exit Wounds
Ocean Vuong
Award-winning poetry collection exploring identity and memory.
Oceanic
Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Poetry collection that celebrates the natural world and human connection.
Rilke's Book of Hours
Rainer Maria Rilke
Collection of Rilke’s poetry inspired by spirituality.
Ledger
Jane Hirshfield
A poetry collection that explores environmental, political, and personal themes.
At the Drive-In Volcano
Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Collection of poems focused on identity, culture, and nature.
Lucky Fish
Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Poetry exploring family, folklore, and the immigrant experience.
Trespass
Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Poetry collection exploring nature, family, and cultural heritage.
100 Best-Loved Poems
Philip Smith
Collection of well-known poems from various time periods and authors.
Songs of Milarepa
Milarepa
Collection of spiritual songs by the Tibetan yogi and poet Milarepa.
Essential Bukowski
Charles Bukowski
Collection of selected works by poet and novelist Charles Bukowski.