The Methuen Book of Poems for Every Day
A practical treasury of the best-loved verse in the English language
An inspirational selection of some of the best-loved poems in the English language, one for each calendar day of the year. From the classics to recent favourites, the anthology includes works by Geoffrey Hill, William Shakespeare, William Wordsworth, Tennyson, Seamus Heaney, Robert Burns, Kipling, Rupert Brooke, W B Yeats, John Betjeman, Wole Soyinka, Stevie Smith, Simon Armitage and many more, imaginatively arranged to be appropriate to the day and to match the mood of the season. Each entry is laid out to include the poem in its diurnal context, as well as to include notable historical details and mark important anniversaries in anecdotal notes that are both informative and fun. A great gift for anyone, The Methuen Book of Poems for Every Day is a remarkable treasury of the finest poetry, and will appeal to readers of all ages.
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