The Poet’s Corner: The One-and-Only Poetry Book for the Whole Family
by John Lithgow, Compiler
Published by Grand Central Publishing
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Reviewed by Edith Knehans
To many contemporary readers, poetry is frequently overlooked as a muddled source of intuitive literary understanding. Not so! This compendium of poetic charm walks down the primrose path of comfort and clarity. The bonus CD of selected poetry gives you the pleasure of the auditory as well as the visual experience of the collection.
The poems in the collection are extraordinary, soothing, and a bit escapist. What’s more, the collection has the breadth to reach a wide audience, from adults to children alike.
The selection of poetry seems to masquerade as an open invitation to the world of the literary. Its seeming elegance deceptively poses as simple verse; the words present themselves as primary and thoughtful. Once the words are in motion, the experience of the poetry cannot be escaped. The readings change from elementary to quixotic, lending to an emotional experience of the prosaic word. The poetry gives rise to the passion for the written word and thoughtful prose of generations of writers.
The range of poetry is no less experiential: from Chaucer to Whitman, there is a wealth of poetic history to be enjoyed within this volume. A bit of biography on the poet is complemented by the poet’s writings and considered favorites by many generations of avid literati. This volume of poetic notables is to be savored and enjoyed, for many generations to come.
This is comprehensive compilation of some of the best poetry I’ve read in a while.
Armchair Interviews says: A worthwhile meditation on a cold and stormy winter’s night!