I've always enjoyed exploring the enigmatic and emotional world of poetry. Therefore, I wanted to compose a list that includes a variety of poetic works that are profound, moving, or quite simply, fun. In this list you will find everything from Sapph...
I loved this book. It offers so much good information on a variety of poets and poetry genres.
A Little History of Poetry: John Carey
I adore Sappho; I find her poetry springs from the page with a powerful sense of emotion.
Stung with Love: Sappho
The profound mystical quality of Sufi poetry captivates me; it displays in verse a deep experiencing of Allah.
Islamic Mystical Poetry: Mahmood Jamal
When I first read the Rubáiyát, I was surprised to find so many verses that felt incredibly familiar.
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám: Edward FitzGerald Translation
I've always felt a deep kinship with Dante; it's when reading the Vita Nuova that I feel this most profoundly.
The Vita Nuova and Canzoniere of Dante Alighieri: Dante Alighieri
Although I've often found Shakespeare's sonnets hard to grasp, I've always admired their remarkable depth.
The Shakespearean Sonnets: Chiltern Classics
I've always loved Basho's poetry; he is the true master of the Haiku form.
On Love and Barley: Matsuo Bashō
This compilation acted as a great introduction to the romantic poets.
The Romantic Poets: Chiltern Classics
I particularly like Poe's pieces about dreams and visions, they have a depth far ahead of their time.
The Complete Poetry of Edgar Allan Poe: Edgar Allan Poe
I enjoyed the wisdom on offer in this work; Rilke offers great observations on both creativity and writing.
Letters to a Young Poet: Rainer Maria Rilke
I find the eccentric and creative poetry of Dr. Seuss truly unique and timeless.
A Classic Case of Dr. Seuss: Dr. Seuss
Milligan's humour and playfulness are his greatest assets; this book shows him at his best.
