Spring by Gerard Manley Hopkins Nothing is so beautiful as Spring, When weeds, in wheels, shoot long and lovely and lush; Thrush’s eggs look little low heavens, and thrush Through the echoing timber does so rinse and wring The ear,…
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All along the Watchtower
There must be some kind of way outta here Said the joker to the thief There’s too much confusion I can’t get no relief Business men, they drink my wine Plowmen dig my earth None will level on the line…
A Valentine
Welcome, curious minds, to a fascinating journey into the world of poetry! Today, we unlock the secrets of a truly unique creation by the master of mystery himself, Edgar Allan Poe. Prepare to be enchanted by “A Valentine,” a poem…
Sweeney Among The Nightingales
Sweeney Among The Nightingales by T. S. Eliot Apeneck Sweeney spread his knees Letting his arms hang down to laugh, The zebra stripes along his jaw Swelling to maculate giraffe. The circles of the stormy moon Slide westward toward the…
Sonnet 106
When in the chronicle of wasted time I see descriptions of the fairest wights And beauty making beautiful old rhyme In praise of ladies dead and lovely knights Then, in the blazon of sweet beauty’s best Of hand, of foot,…
Sonnet 75
So are you to my thoughts as food to life, Or as sweet‑seasoned showers are to the ground; And for the peace of you I hold such strife As ’twixt a miser and his wealth is found. Now proud as…
Hanging Fire
Hanging Fire by Audre Lorde I am fourteen and my skin has betrayed me the boy I cannot live without still sucks his thumb in secret how come my knees are always so ashy what if I die before morning…
Speech: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
Speech: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by William Shakespeare Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow, Creeps in this petty pace from day to day, To the last syllable of recorded time; And all our yesterdays have lighted fools The way to…
Splendour in the Grass
Welcome, young scholars, to a journey into the heart of a truly profound poem, “Splendour in the Grass.” This piece of literature invites us to ponder life’s changes, the beauty of youth, and the lasting wisdom that comes with time.…
Life is but a Dream
Welcome, everyone, to a fascinating journey into the world of poetry! Today, we explore a truly enchanting piece that invites us to ponder the very nature of existence. This poem, often associated with a beloved children’s classic, holds layers of…
America
Welcome, everyone, to an exploration of a truly powerful and thought-provoking poem, Claude McKay’s “America.” This is a piece of literature that invites us to look deeply at complex emotions and the very nature of a nation. Let us begin…
Sonnet 16: But Wherefore Do Not You a Mightier Way
Welcome, aspiring scholars and lovers of language, to a journey into the heart of William Shakespeare’s “Sonnet 16: But Wherefore Do Not You a Mightier Way.” This exploration aims to illuminate the profound beauty and enduring wisdom contained within this…
Sonnet 10: For shame deny that thou bear’st love to any
Sonnet 10: For shame deny that thou bear’st love to any By William Shakespeare For shame deny that thou bear’st love to any, Who for thyself art so unprovident. Grant, if thou wilt, thou art beloved of many, But that…
Sonnet 15: When I Consider Everything That Grows
Welcome, poetry explorers, to a journey into one of William Shakespeare’s timeless masterpieces! Today, the focus is on a sonnet that beautifully captures the fleeting nature of life and the enduring power of art. Prepare to uncover the layers of…
Sonnet 14: Not From The Stars Do I My Judgement Pluck
Welcome, esteemed readers, to a profound exploration of one of William Shakespeare’s most insightful sonnets. Today, we delve into “Sonnet 14: Not From The Stars Do I My Judgement Pluck,” a masterful work that challenges conventional wisdom and celebrates the…
Sonnet 12: When I Do Count The Clock That Tells The Time
Sonnet 12: When I Do Count The Clock That Tells The Time By William Shakespeare When I do count the clock that tells the time, And see the brave day sunk in hideous night; When I behold the violet past…
Sonnet 11: As Fast As Thou Shalt Wane, So Fast Thou Grow’st
As fast as thou shalt wane, so fast thou grow’st, In one of thine, from that which thou departest; And that fresh blood which youngly thou bestow’st, Thou mayst call thine, when thou from youth convertest. Herein lives wisdom, beauty,…
Sonnet 3
Sonnet 3: Look in thy glass and tell the face thou viewest by William Shakespeare Look in thy glass and tell the face thou viewest, Now is the time that thou must take a pause, For beauty in thy flesh…
You Will Never See Me
Welcome, aspiring literary explorers, to a journey into the heart of a truly inspiring poem. Today, we delve into Joyce Alcantara’s powerful declaration of inner strength, “You Will Never See Me.” This poem, though concise, resonates deeply with its universal…
You Will Forget
Welcome, fellow explorers of language and meaning! Today, we embark on a profound journey into the heart of Chenjerai Hove’s evocative poem, “You Will Forget.” This powerful work serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition, challenging us to…