Introduction William Shakespeare is one of the most well-known playwrights and poets in English literature, and “Sonnet 130” is one of his most well-known sonnets. In contrast to the typical sonnet standards of his day, Shakespeare offers a novel and unconventional method of expressing love and beauty in this sonnet. Shakespeare adopts a more realistic … Read more
Introduction The poem “At the Window” was written by American poet Carl Sandburg, who is renowned for his use of free poetry and depictions of ordinary life. Sandburg offers an insightful and reflective view of the human experience in this poem. About the poet Carl August Sandburg was an American poet, biographer, journalist, and editor … Read more
Introduction “New Day’s Lyric” is a joyful poem written by the outstanding African American author and activist Amanda Gorman. The poem, which was published in 2021, inspires readers to have hope for the future. It also takes into account the difficulties people have faced in the past. However, it has gained popularity because it inspires … Read more
Introduction Alfred Lord Tennyson’s poem “The Eagle” captures the speed and agility of the king of birds. The poem’s shortness refers to an eagle prepared to pounce on its prey. It stands guard over the metaphorical “wrinkled sea” creeping below, like a king or queen of nature. The bird’s quickness and ability undoubtedly awe the … Read more
Introduction William Wordsworth’s pastoral poem “Michael” welcomes readers into the world of Michael, a shepherd. The poem, which is set in the magnificent environment of the Lake District, a place renowned for its natural beauty, was published in 1800 as a part of the collection “Lyrical Ballads.” Wordsworth, a well-known Romantic poet, transports the reader … Read more
Introduction When Christina Rossetti was barely 19 years old, she wrote the poem “Remember” in 1849. She is regarded as one of the best female poets of the Victorian era in the 19th century. When she was alive, many praised her writing, saying that it was “in artless art, if not in intellectual impulse, greatly … Read more
Introduction Robert Frost, one of the most renowned American poets of the 20th century, wrote the brief yet profound poem “Fire and Ice.” The poem, which was published in 1920, examines the destructive nature of human emotions and how they have the power to kill the planet. “Fire and Ice” challenges readers to consider the … Read more
Introduction “Howl” is a groundbreaking poem written by Allen Ginsberg, a Beat Generation American poet. With its initial publication in 1956, “Howl” is a raw and potent expression of countercultural rebellion that deals with issues of societal critique, individual liberation, and the pursuit of a higher purpose. The poem became a defining piece of Beat … Read more
Introduction The poem “Yet Do I Marvel” by Countee Cullen is about faith. Despite the darkness he sees in the world, the speaker retains his trust in his own part in God’s plan. This sonnet appeared in the poet’s collection Colour in 1925. It addresses some of the most pressing issues confronting humanity. One of … Read more
Introduction Rita Dove’s poem ‘Rosa’ is a brief and powerful composition that recounts Rosa Parks’ tale in simple and unforgettable words. ‘Rosa’ is one of the numerous pieces devoted to Civil Rights leaders by Rita Dove. This poem is about Rosa Parks in this circumstance. The poem makes multiple references to segregation in the United … Read more