Poetry Books
Explore a world of emotions through our Poetry collection at Thryft. Discover works by renowned poets like Rumi, Robert Frost, and Maya Angelou. Our selection also features contemporary voices such as Warsan Shire and Ocean Vuong.
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Carol Ann Duffy
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Picador
The World's Wife
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"The World's Wife by Carol Ann Duffy is a compelling and clever collection of poems that gives voice to the often-overlooked women behind famous men. From Mrs. Darwin to Frau Freud, each poem subverts traditional narratives and offers a fresh, witty perspective on age-old mythology and modern feminist issues. With her quicksilver wit and imaginative style, Duffy's poetic voice mesmerizes and captivates, making this book a must-read for fans of feminist writing and mythological retellings."
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Walt Whitman
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Penguin
Classics
On the Beach at Night Alone
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'All nations, colors, barbarisms, civilizations, languages...' A selection taken from Walt Whitman's Leaves of Grass Introducing Little Black Classics: 80 books for Penguin's 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th century California and the Russian steppe. Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions. Walt Whitman (1819-1892). Whitman's works available in Penguin Classics are Leaves of Grass and The Complete Poems.
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Cyril Wong
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Math
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Tilting Our Plates to Catch the Light
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This book could be a good read for those who enjoy poetry that celebrates the beauty of music and love while delving into the complexities of the human experience. The author weaves a powerful love story that blurs the lines between the universal and the particular with the help of dreams and mythology. The book's use of motifs such as time and death, as well as the symphonic arrangement of its poems, evoke a range of emotions that make it a poignant and enjoyable read.
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William Shakespeare
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Penguin
Classics
The Merchant of Venice
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The Merchant of Venice is one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, but it remains deeply controversial. The text may seem anti-Semitic; yet repeatedly, in performance, it has revealed a contrasting nature. Shylock, though vanquished in the law-court, often triumphs in the theatre. In his intensity he can dominate the play, challenging abrasively its romantic and lyrical affirmations. What results is a bitter-sweet drama.Though The Merchant of Venice offers some of the traditional pleasures of romantic comedy, it also exposes the operations of prejudice. Thus Shakespeare remains our contemporary.
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SparkNotes, William Shakespeare |
Penguin
Books
Ltd.
Usa
Twelfth Night (No Fear Shakespeare)
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No Fear Shakespeare gives you the complete text of Twelfth Night on the left-hand page, side-by-side with an easy-to-understand translation of the right.Set in a topsy-turvy world like a holiday revel, this comedy devises a romantic plot around separated twins, misplaced passions, and mistaken identity. Juxtaposed to it is the satirical story of a self-deluded steward who dreams of becoming “Count Malvolio” only to receive his comeuppance at the hands of the merrymakers he wishes to suppress. The two plots combine to create a farce touched with melancholy, mixed throughout with seductively beautiful explorations on the themes of love and time, and the play ends, not with laughter, but with a clown’s sad song.'
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Margaret Jull Costa, Fernando Pessoa, William Boyd |
Serpent's
Tail
The Book of Disquiet
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This book may be a good read for you if you find yourself pondering the meaning of life and the disconnect between your dreams and daily reality. The Book of Disquiet beautifully captures the internal struggles of Bernardo Soares, a dreamer trapped in the monotony of his existence. Through Soares' reflections and musings, you will be immersed in a world of existential contemplations and gain a deeper understanding of the human condition. Prepare to be moved by the raw emotion and thought-provoking insights that Pessoa's timeless work offers.
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Stephen Batchelor, Śāntideva |
Library
Of
Tibetan
Works
And
Archives
A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life
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This book could be a good read for individuals seeking spiritual guidance, regardless of their religious background. Shantideva's Bodhisattvacharyavatara offers deep insights into the Bodhisattva path and the wisdom that comes with it. With its scholastic precision, spiritual depth, and poetic beauty, readers will find this book to be a timeless classic that offers valuable teachings on how to live a life of compassion and wisdom.
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William Shakespeare, Roderick Wilson |
Macmillan
"Macbeth"
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Infamously known as the cursed Scottish play, Macbeth is perhaps Shakespeare's darkest tragedy. When General Macbeth is foretold by three witches that he will one day be King of Scotland, Lady Macbeth convinces him to get rid of anyone who could stand in his way - including committing regicide. As Macbeth ascends to the throne through bloody murder, he becomes a tyrant consumed by fear and paranoia.An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring: James Marsters as Macbeth; Joanne Whalley as Lady Macbeth; Josh Cooke as Banquo and others; J.D. Cullum as Macduff and Second Murderer; Dan Donohue as Ross; Jeannie Elias as Second Witch and others; Chuma Gault as Lennox and Servant; Jon Matthews as Malcolm; Alan Shearman as Angus and others; André Sogliuzzo as Donalbain, Third Witch and others; Kate Steele as Lady Macduff, First Witch and Apparition; Kris Tabori as Duncan and others.Directed by Martin Jarvis. Sound effects by Tony Palermo. Recorded at the Invisible Studios, West Hollywood, in May 2011. 1 hour and 59 minutesPublic Domain(P)2011 L.A. Theatre Works
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William Shakespeare
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Wordsworth
Classics
Romeo And Juliet
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Love, sex and death are the components of Shakespeare's classic story of the love of two young people which reaches across the barriers of family and convention. It encompasses great love, high drama, low comedy and a tragic ending.Romeo and Juliet is a pure tragedy of youth told in verse that is both youthful and intense. The loveliness and the music of the poetry make believable the otherwise commonplace afflications of blighted love. The beautiful personification of some of the main characters has caused Romeo, Juliet, Mercutio and the Nurse to become part of the world's literary mythology.The text of this edition is taken from the Cambridge University Press New Shakespeare, edited by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch and John Dover Wilson.(back cover)
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Cyrus Hamlin, Walter W. Arndt |
W.w.
Norton
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Company
Faust - A Tragedy : Interpretive Notes, Contexts, Modern Criticism
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"Faust offers a profound exploration of human desires and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Goethe's complex characters and poetic language may require patience, but the insight they offer into the human psyche is well worth the effort."
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Camille Helminski, Kabir Helminski, Rumi (Jalal ad-Din Muhammad ar-Rumi) |
Shambhala
The Rumi Daybook : 365 Poems and Teachings from the Beloved Sufi Master
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The Rumi Daybook is an excellent read for those seeking inspiration and daily wisdom. Kabir Helminski has compiled a year's worth of Rumi's prose and ecstatic poetry, which can be used to start each day or draw inspiration whenever needed. The most distinctive feature of this book is Rumi's ability to resonate with readers from different backgrounds and generations. Users are likely to appreciate the book's ability to provide a fresh perspective and promote inner growth and healing.
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Charles Bukowski, Niall Griffiths |
Virgin
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Post Office
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Henry Chinaski is a lowlife loser with a hand-to-mouth existence. His menial post office day job supports a life of beer, one-night stands and racetracks. Lurid, uncompromising and hilarious, Post Office is a landmark in American literature, and over 1 million copies have been sold worldwide. The new edition is augmented with an anecdotal introduction by the modern Welsh cult-literary author, Niall Griffiths - a writer who was working in a British post office when he first read Bukowski's Post Office.
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Daniel Ladinsky, Hafez |
Penguin
Compass
The Gift : Poems by Hafiz, the Great Sufi Master
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This book is a beautiful collection of Sufi poetry by Hafiz, known for his mystical love songs from God to the world. His poems touch the soul with encouragement, profound knowledge, and audacious love. Daniel Ladinsky's renderings of Hafiz's work have been highly praised, and have been described as an attempt to render God's Light into words. This book is recommended for anyone looking to explore the beauty and spirituality of Sufi poetry.
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Bill Martin Jr., Eric Carle |
Henry
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Co.
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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? 50Th Anniversary Edition Padded Board Book
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Recommended for young children learning about animals. The bright illustrations and repetitive nature of the text make it an engaging read-aloud.
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Bianca Sparacino
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Thought
Catalog
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Seeds Planted In Concrete
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Seeds Planted in Concrete is a must-read for anyone who appreciates poetry that is both raw and beautiful. Sparacino masterfully weaves in themes of love and loss, while celebrating the beauty found in the sharp contrasts of life. Her words will speak to the depths of anyone who has ever been hurt, felt, healed, or loved. This collection is a testament to the resilience of the human heart and the journey we all take in life.
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Diana Hamilton
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Ugly
Duckling
Presse
God Was Right
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"God Was Right" is a unique collection of poems and essays that challenges traditional views on love, sex education, and heartbreak. Diana Hamilton's writing is thought-provoking, daring, and absurdly humorous, making this book a great choice for readers looking for a fresh and unconventional take on poetry. If you're someone who enjoys works that push boundaries and make you question your assumptions, this book is definitely for you.
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John Donne
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Wordsworth
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The Collected Poems of John Donne
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If you're fond of poetry that dives deep into the complexities of the human condition, John Donne's work will resonate with you. His poems manage to intertwine the intellectual with the passionate, often challenging traditional forms and exploring themes with an intensity that still feels modern. Donne's words will make you ponder, feel, and perhaps even question the core themes of love, faith, and existence itself.
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Wilfred Owen, Jon Stallworthy |
Chatto
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Windus
The War Poems Of Wilfred Owen
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Wilfred Owen was the greatest poet of the First World War, and his death in battle, a few days before Armistice, was a disastrous loss to English letters.This volume gathers together the poems for which he is best known, and which represent his most important contribution to poetry in the twentieth century. Taken from the definitive edition of Owen’s work, and containing material unavailable to other editions, this selection has been edited by Professor Jon Stallworthy, who has written an illuminating and authoritative introduction.
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Dante Alighieri
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Wordsworth
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The Divine Comedy
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Translated by H. F. Cary With an introduction by Claire Honess.Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) is one of the most important and innovative figures of the European Middle Ages. Writing his Comedy (the epithet Divine was added by later admirers) in exile from his native Florence, he aimed to address a world gone astray both morally and politically. At the same time, he sought to push back the restrictive rules which traditionally governed writing in the Italian vernacular, to produce a radically new and all-encompassing work.The Comedy tells of the journey of a character who is at one and the same time both Dante himself and Everyman through the three realms of the Christian afterlife: Hell, Purgatory and Heaven. He presents a vision of the afterlife which is strikingly original in its conception, with a complex architecture and a coherent structure. On this journey Dante's protagonist - and his reader - meet characters who are variously noble, grotesque, beguiling, fearful, ridiculous, admirable, horrific and tender, and through them he is shown the consequences of sin, repentance and virtue, as he learns to avoid Hell and, through cleansing in Purgatory, to taste the joys of Heaven.
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Euripides, John Davie, Richard Rutherford |
Penguin
Classics
The Bacchae And Other Plays
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Euripides (c.484-406 B.C.) was the most controversial of the three great Greek tragedians and the most modern. His major themes- religious scepticism, the injustices suffered by women and the destructive folly of war-are issues still vitally important today.
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William Shakespeare
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Wordsworth
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The Merchant of Venice
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This book could be a good read for someone who loves classic literature and is interested in exploring the theme of prejudice and intolerance that is still all too relevant in contemporary times. The play's complex characterisation and Shylock's intensity make it a compelling read that challenges its romantic and comedic elements.
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Ocean Vuong
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Vintage
On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous
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Brilliant, heartbreaking and highly original, Ocean Vuong's debut novel is a shattering portrait of a family, and a testament to the redemptive power of storytelling.This is a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. Written when the speaker, Little Dog, is in his late twenties, the letter unearths a family's history that began before he was born. It tells of Vietnam, of the lasting impact of war, and of his family's struggle to forge a new future. And it serves as a doorway into parts of Little Dog's life his mother has never known - episodes of bewilderment, fear and passion - all the while moving closer to an unforgettable revelation.
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Rabindranath Tagore, William Radice |
Penguin
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Selected Poems
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This book is a must-read for poetry lovers seeking an immersive experience in the beauty of Rabindranath Tagore's words. With a collection of selected poems, this book offers a glimpse into Tagore's profound insights into life, love, and spirituality. Each poem, thoughtfully translated, carries the essence of Tagore's original work, leaving readers captivated by the power of his words that transcend language and cultural boundaries. Allow yourself to be immersed in the timeless beauty of Tagore's poetry with this enlightening collection.
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Brand New Ancients is the tale of two families and their intertwining lives, set against the background of the city and braided with classical myth. Here, Tempest shows how the old myths still live on in our everyday acts of violence, bravery, sacrifice and love – and that our lives make tales no less dramatic and powerful than those of the old gods.
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In Watermelon Sugar is a perfect book for those looking for a unique and surreal escape from reality. Brautigan's writing style is highly individual with a fertile, active inventiveness that will keep readers engaged from start to finish. This book is a parable of the counterculture generation and is appreciated for its delicate, fantastic, and humorous narrative that expresses the mood of the time. It is a short and enjoyable read that will leave a lasting impression on readers.
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If anything, Othello has increased its stature as one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies ever since it was first written, between 1603 and 1604, due to the victimisation suffered by its tragic hero, Othello, as a result of his skin colour. Othello is a "noble Moor", a North African Muslim who has converted to Christianity and is deemed one of the Venetian state's most reliable soldiers. However, his ensign Iago harbours an obscure hatred against his general, and when Othello secretly marries the beautiful daughter of the Venetian senator Brabanzio, Iago begins his subtle campaign of vilification, which will inevitably lead to the deaths of more than just Othello and Desdemona. An extraordinary play, both for its dramatic economy and power as well as its remarkable language, from Othello's bombastic "traveller's history" to Desdemona's elegiac "willow song", the play raises uncomfortable questions about ongoing questions of not only racial identity but also sexuality, as Othello and Desdemona's sexual relationship becomes the voyeuristic site of Iago's attempt to destroy them. Particularly fascinated with the question of what it means to "see", Othello also contains one of the greatest tragic death scenes in all of Shakespeare, with Othello's final identification with "a malignant and a turbaned Turk". --Jerry Brotton
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A.R. Braunmuller, Stephen Orgel, William Shakespeare |
Penguin
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Macbeth : The Pelican Shakespeare
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This edition of "Macbeth" is the quintessential guide to understanding one of Shakespeare's most tragic plays. Edited by Stephen Orgel, this edition includes meticulously researched texts paired with authoritative scholarship by renowned Shakespeareans. The book also features an essay on the theatrical world of Shakespeare's time, an introduction to the play, and a detailed note on the text used. This is a must-read for students, teachers, and theater professionals alike.
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E.E. Cummings
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Faber
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Faber
Selected Poems 1923-1958
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This selection, made by Cummings himself in 1960, offers a comprehensive introduction to his most characteristic work — whether love poems, satirical squibs or nature poetry — and represents the range of his experiments with lyric form, syntax and typography, which combined to offer a radically individual and spontaneous view of the world.
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Marie Toh, Alvin Pang |
Math
Paper
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What Gives Us Our Names (illustrated edition)
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This book could be a good read for someone who appreciates introspective works that delve into the complexities of human identity. Through vivid storytelling and beautiful illustrations, "What Gives Us Our Names" invites readers into a world where the protagonist weaves together the fragments of other people's lives to create his own. The book's most distinctive feature lies in its ability to capture the essence of individual experiences and challenge us to question our own sense of self. It is a gentle reminder that our stories are interconnected, and that every encounter leaves an indelible mark.
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John Milton John Milton
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Harpercollins
Publishers
Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained
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Greedily she engorged without restraint, And knew not eating death;
Milton's Paradise Lost is a poem of epic proportions that tells of Satan's attempts to mislead Eve into disobeying God in the Garden of Eden, by eating from the tree of knowledge. His interpretation of the biblical story of Genesis is vivid and intense in its language, justifying the actions of God to men. In his sequel poem, Paradise Regained, Milton shows Satan trying to seduce Jesus in a similar way to Eve, but ultimately failing as Jesus remains steadfast.
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Troy Chin, Yong Shu Hoong, Cheryl Julia Lee |
Marshall
Cavendish
International
(asia)
Pte
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Here Now There After
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If you're someone who delights in the intersection of literature and travel, "Here Now There After" is a literary suitcase packed with imaginative voyages. Through the eyes of Singapore's finest storytellers, you're set to explore a rich tapestry of narratives that celebrate movement and place. This anthology is an artful navigation through Singapore’s cityscape, bound to enchant wanderlust hearts and curious minds alike.
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Nicholas Brooke, William Shakespeare |
Oxford
University
Press
The Tragedy of Macbeth: The Oxford Shakespeare
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A play of darkness originally conceived for daylight performance at the Globe, Macbeth is a tour de force of theatrical illusion from the supernatural to mere delusion. In this fully annotated edition, Nicholas Brooke investigates the great appeal of the play's use of illusion, relating its changing theatrical fortunes to changes within society and in theatrical conditions. Offering a fresh reconsideration of textual problems, the book makes a major contribution to our understanding of the play within aesthetic history.About the For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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Sassoon, who lived through World War One and who died in 1967, was, as the introduction to this book tells us, irritated in his later years at always being thought of as a "war poet". Understandable perhaps from the point of view of the poet: readers on the other hand might wish to demur. The poems gathered here and chronologically ordered, thereby tracing the course of the war, are an extraordinary testimony to the almost unimaginable experiences of a combatant in that bitter conflict. Moving from the patriotic optimism of the first few poems (" ... fighting for our freedom, we are free") to the anguish and anger of the later work (where "hope, with furtive eyes and grappling fists / Flounders in mud ... "), there comes a point when the reality of trench-warfare and its aftershocks move beyond comprehension: Sassoon knows this, and it becomes a powerful element in his art. As a book, the images have a cumulative relentlessness that make it almost impossible to read more than a few poems in one sitting. Unlike the avant-garde experiments developing in Europe in the first decades of this century, Sassoon's verse is formally conservative--but this was perhaps necessary, for as one reads the poems, one feels that the form, the classically inflected tropes, the metre and rhyme, apart from ironising the rhetoric of glory and battle were necessary techniques for containing the emotion (and indeed, a tone of barely controlled irony may have been the only means by which these angry observations would have been considered publishable at the time). When Sassoon's line begins to fragment, as it does in several of the later poems, it is under the extreme pressure to express the inexpressible. Compassion and sympathy are omnipresent here, in their full etymological sense of suffering with or alongside others--something the higher echelons of command (those " ... old men who died / Slow, natural deaths--old men with ugly souls") were never able or willing to contemplate. But Sassoon intuited the future of warfare, could sense that this was not "the war to end all wars": the mock-religious invocation of the final poem prefigures the vicious euphemisms of more recent conflicts: "Grant us the power to prove, by poison gases, / The needlessness of shedding human blood." Sassoon's bile-black irony signals a deep-felt pessimism: it was with good reason. --Burhan Tufail
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Alvin Pang
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Math
Paper
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What Gives Us Our Names
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"What Gives Us Our Names" is a delicate tapestry of human stories and emotions, woven with care by Alvin Pang. If you've ever felt connected to the invisible threads that link our lives, this book could offer you a profound sense of understanding. Its thoughtful examination of identity and connection is as poetic as it is insightful. It's a brief but deeply resonant read for anyone introspective or curious about the invisible bonds that tie us together.
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Rudyard Kipling
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Wordsworth
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Collected Poems of Rudyard Kipling
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The Collected Poems of Rudyard Kipling is a must-read for lovers of classic poetry. While Kipling's poems have been criticized for glorifying war and British Empire, an attentive reading reveals a deeper meaning in his writings. His poems contain captivating rhythms and popular forms of speech which make them great for recitation. The edition also includes George Orwell's highly regarded critique of Kipling's poems, which adds value to the overall experience of reading this collection.
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Robert H. Kellogg, Jane Smiley, Katrina C. Attwood |
Penguin
Classics
The Sagas of the Icelanders
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In Iceland, the age of the Vikings is also known as the Saga Age. A unique body of medieval literature, the Sagas rank with the world’s great literary treasures – as epic as Homer, as deep in tragedy as Sophocles, as engagingly human as Shakespeare. Set around the turn of the last millennium, these stories depict with an astonishingly modern realism the lives and deeds of the Norse men and women who first settled in Iceland and of their descendants, who ventured farther west to Greenland and, ultimately, North America. Sailing as far from the archetypal heroic adventure as the long ships did from home, the Sagas are written with psychological intensity, peopled by characters with depth, and explore perennial human issues like love, hate, fate and freedom.
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Stephen Marlowe, Regina Marler, Edgar Allan Poe |
Signet
The Fall Of The House Of Usher And Other Tales
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Classic tales of mystery, terror, and suspense, including The Fall of the House of Usher—the inspiration for the Netflix series from Mike Flanagan, the director of The Haunting of Hill House and Midnight Mass!This volume gathers together fourteen of Edgar Allan Poe's richest and most influential tales, “The Pit and the Pendulum,” his reimagining of Inquisition tortures; “The Tell-Tale Heart,” an exploration of a murderer’s madness, which Stephen King called “the best tale of inside evil ever written”; “The Fall of the House of Usher,” Poe’s tour de force about a family doomed by a grim bloodline curse; and his pioneering detective stories, “The Purloined Letter” and “The Murders in the Rue Morgue,” featuring a rational investigator with a poetic soul. Also included is Poe’s only full-length novel, Narrative of A. Gordon Pym.With an Introduction by Stephen Marloweand an Afterword by Regina Marler
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Alternate cover editions of ISBN 978476715902 can be found here and here.Layken's father died suddenly, leaving her to gather every ounce of strength to be a pillar for her family, in order to prevent their world from falling apart. Now her life is taking another unexpected turn...Layken's mother gets a job which leads to an unwanted move across the country. However, a new home means new neighbours... and Layken's new neighbour is the very attractive Will Cooper.Will has an intriguing passion for slam poetry, and a matching passion for life. The two feel an irresistible attraction but are rocked to the core when a shocking revelation brings their romance to a screeching halt. Layken and Will must find a way to fight the forces that threaten to tear them apart...or learn to live without each other.
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Biswamit Dwibedy
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Ancient Guest
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Ancient Guest is a collection of four series of poems that overlap and interweave to create a fictional autobiography in verse. The poems explore the historical and the mythological, the spiritual and the sexual. Evocative, explosive and experimental, this collection marks a new direction in contemporary Indian poetry.
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This book, Solar Bones, is perfect for those who enjoy introspective and contemplative narratives. Through beautiful and continuous prose, Mike McCormack takes readers on a journey through the mind of Marcus Conway as he reflects on the construction and unraveling of various aspects of life - from bridges to marriages. The gentle stream of consciousness style unveils the depths of Marcus's thoughts and emotions, making this book a captivating and thought-provoking read.
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Recommendation: Dive into the world of Greek mythology with the epic tales from The Odyssey, which take you through battles with deadly creatures and the alluring enchantress, Circe. The narrative is vivid and captivating, bringing the ancient world to life through its rich details and engaging characters. Recommended for those interested in Greek mythology and epic adventure stories.
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Aphra Behn, Janet Todd |
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'We are bought and sold like apes or monkeys, to be the sport of women, fools, and cowards, and the support of rogues’.When Prince Oroonoko’s passion for the virtuous Imoinda arouses the jealousy of his grandfather, the lovers are cast into slavery and transported from Africa to the colony of Surinam. Oroonoko’s noble bearing soon wins the respect of his English captors, but his struggle for freedom brings about his destruction. Inspired by Aphra Behn’s visit to Surinam, Oroonoko (1688) reflects the author’s romantic view of Native Americans as simple, superior peoples 'in the first state of innocence, before men knew how to sin’. The novel also reveals Behn’s ambiguous attitude to African slavery – while she favoured it as a means to strengthen England’s power, her powerful and moving work conveys its injustice and brutality.This new edition of Oroonoko is based on the first printed edition of 1688, and includes a chronology, bibliography and notes. In her introduction, Janet Todd examines Aphra Behn’s views of slavery, colonization and politics, and her position as a professional woman writer in the Restoration.Prose:The Fair JiltOroonokoLove-Letters to a GentlemanPlays:The RoverThe Widow RanterPoems:Love ArmedEpilogue to Sir Patient FancyThe DisappointmentTo Mr. Creech (under the name of Daphnis) on his excellent translation of LucretiusA letter to Mr. Creech at Oxford, written in the last great frostSong: On her loving two equallyTo the fair Clarinda, who made love to me, imagined more than womanOn Desire: A PindaricA Pindaric poem to the Reverend Doctor Burnet
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Don Marquis
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Anchor
Archy and Mehitabel
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Archy and Mehitabel could be a good read for anyone who enjoys witty and satirical humor. Don Marquis' unique poetry style and the personification of two lowest creatures on the social scale make the book a delight to read. It's a perfect fit for readers who are looking for light, entertaining but thought-provoking prose that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Karen Beaumont, David Catrow |
Clarion
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I Like Myself!
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Exuberant rhymes and wild illustrations celebrate self-acceptance and self-love, from the New York Times bestselling creators of I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! High on energy and imagination, this ode to self-esteem encourages kids to appreciate everything about themselves—inside and out. Messy hair? Beaver breath? So what! Here's a little girl who knows what really matters. At once silly and serious, Karen Beaumont's joyous rhyming text and David Catrow's vibrant illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful . . . and straight from the heart. I Like Myself belongs on the shelf alongside such favorites as The World Needs More Purple People and I Am Enough.
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Ng Yi-Sheng
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Math
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This book is a compilation of some of Ng Yi-Sheng's best spoken word pieces — songs, diatribes and phantasmagorias — created for assorted poetry slams, readings and theatrical events between the years 1999 and 2016. Dealing with issues of politics, history, cultural identity and queer sexuality, these works show the writer at his most fearless, opinionated and dramatic — a complement to the subtler but similarly imaginative poems of his first collection of poetry, last boy.
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David Levithan
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There has to be a moment at the beginning when you wonder whether you're in love with the person or in love with the feeling of love itself.If the moment doesn't pass, that's it―you're done. And if the moment does pass, it never goes that far. It stands in the distance, ready for whenever you want it back. Sometimes it's even there when you thought you were searching for something else, like an escape route, or your lover's face.How does one talk about love? Do we even have the right words to describe something that can be both utterly mundane and completely transcendent, pulling us out of our everyday lives and making us feel a part of something greater than ourselves? Taking a unique approach to this problem, the nameless narrator of David Levithan's The Lover's Dictionary has constructed the story of his relationship as a dictionary. Through these short entries, he provides an intimate window into the great events and quotidian trifles of being within a couple, giving us an indelible and deeply moving portrait of love in our time.
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Bloomsbury
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Big Feelings could be a great read for anyone who struggles with expressing their emotions or dealing with unexpected situations. This book provides a resourceful guide on how to work through complex emotions by reinforcing the idea that sharing and talking helps overcome them. Users might appreciate the relatable stories of children expressing various emotions and finding ways to cope as a group. The unique element of the book is its emphasis on empathy and understanding towards others, making it a great read for people who want to develop their emotional intelligence.
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Monsoon
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In this first-ever compendium of erotic writing from Singapore, we are presented with a selection of short stories and poetry that is as hot and steamy as the city-state itself. Asia's sexiest anthology to date.
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Hachette
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A Family Christmas
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"When I began assembling [this] collection, I was skeptical that I would learn anything new about Christmas, but reading and reflecting on the history and spirit of Christmas brought back many memories, and taught me a great deal. . . . The literature of Christmas ranges from the miraculous to the tragic, the profound to the ridiculous, but always represents the connection to something larger than ourselves." --Caroline Kennedy In A Family Christmas, Caroline shares the Christmas poetry, prose, scriptural readings, and lyrics that are most dear to her, drawing on authors as diverse as Harper Lee, Nikki Giovanni, Martin Luther King Jr., Billy Collins, John and Yoko, and Charles Dickens. There are also many lesser-known gems throughout and personal treasures from her own family--including a young Caroline's Christmas list to Santa Claus and a letter from her father as President to a child concerned about Santa's well-being. This diverse and unique anthology will become a timeless keepsake, and will enrich your heart and mind with the spirit of Christmas. A Family Christmas includes selections from: Groucho Marx, Emma Lazarus, Mark Twain, Sandra Cisneros, Pearl S. Buck, Truman Capote, Gabriela Mistral, Ogden Nash, Clement Clarke Moore, Vladimir Nabokov, Marianne Moore, Calvin Trillin, E. B. White, and many more.
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Alexander Pushkin, John Keats, Kahlil Gibran |
Popular
100 LOVE POEMS YOU MUST READ - POPULAR
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This book contains a collection of love poems that are sure to stir the hearts of true romantics. With emotive classics from renowned poets, such as Shakespeare, Wordsworth, and Frost, this collection is a must-read for anyone who has ever been in love or seeks to understand the complexities of the human heart.
Immerse yourself in the world of Poetry
At Thryft, we value the power of words. Poetry can encapsulate feelings that are hard to express, offering solace and clarity. Our collection includes timeless classics, vibrant modern works, and significant contributions from local poets. Delve into these verses to enrich your mind and soul. Whether you're a poetry novice or a seasoned reader, find the perfect piece that speaks to you.
If you're new to poetry, consider starting with accessible poets like Rupi Kaur for modern emotional expressions, or explore classics by Emily Dickinson and Robert Frost, known for their timeless appeal.
Absolutely! Thryft proudly features works by Asian poets including acclaimed authors like Ocean Vuong and Rizal Varma, highlighting diverse voices from the region.
Certainly! Our collection features nature-themed poetry, celebrating the beauty of the natural world. Discover authors like Mary Oliver whose works you can find in our Nature section.
Yes, we have a variety of poetry books suitable for young adults. Young readers might enjoy the modern style of poets like Amanda Lovelace. Explore more options in our Young Adult section.
Contemporary poetry has expanded to incorporate diverse voices and styles, reflecting current societal issues and emotions. Authors like Warsan Shire and Claudia Rankine have broken new ground, resonating with today's readers.