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William Shakespeare Esencial: Obras inmortales es una recopilación magistral de las obras más emblemáticas de este icónico autor del Renacimiento inglés. Este libro presenta una selección cuidadosamente elegida de tragedias, comedias y sonetos que demuestran la habilidad unica de Shakespeare para explorar la condicion humana a traves de sus personajes inolvidables y dialogos sublimes. La prosa poetica y la profundidad psicologica de sus obras lo convierten en un pilar fundamental de la literatura mundial. William Shakespeare, a traves de esta compilacion, nos sumerge en un universo de emociones y reflexiones que trascienden el tiempo y el espacio, revelando verdades eternas sobre la naturaleza humana. Su legado literario perdura hasta la actualidad, influenciando generaciones de escritores y lectores en todo el mundo. Recomendamos William Shakespeare Esencial: Obras inmortales a todos los amantes de la literatura clasica, asi como a aquellos que deseen explorar la genialidad de uno de los mayores dramaturgos de todos los tiempos.

In this series, a contemporary poet selects and introduces a poet of the past. By their choice of poems and by the personal and critical reactions they express in their prefaces, the editors offer insights into their own work as well as providing an accessible and passionate introduction to the most important poets in our literature.Tyger Tyger, burning bright, In the forests of the night: What immortal hand or eye, Could frame thy fearful symmetry?-- The Tyger

Katrina Naomis Wild Persistence is a confident and persuasive collection of poems. The first poem Anti-Ambient warns us to be on guard for the off-guard, to suspend our expectations of pure realism and to stay awake for what comes next. Initially, a move from London to Cornwall sparks poems that query and celebrate the natural world. London is mourned and also derided: "youd taken on airs/ become grandiose with the possibilities of capital." Yet the poem also admits that the choice of a move was made by serendipitous chance: "somewhere Id visited long ago on a rainy night, playing pool/ in a pub near a seaside bus station."Though never didactic, the poetic voice convinces us of the need to live well, to take time to celebrate a birthday, make love, consider an artwork, muse over the biography of someone admirable. This also means that we need to come face to face with some of the darker aspects of our experience, in Naomis case the loss of a father through divorce when she was seven, and the illness experienced by her sister and partner. Another section of poems that deals with the aftermath of an attempted rape. Naomis poetic voice is full of invigoratingly fresh outrage and is unforgiving at a distance of years to the casual passers-by who did nothing to help. She also casts a cold eye on the assailant, whom she ultimately pities, imagining him now fat and in his fifties and destroyed by his predilection for violence....this is a liberating reminder that "there are different ways to live"...nothing can suppress the wild and quirky energy at play... Wild Persistence is the joyous affirmation we need. PBS"A collection of humour and revelry, lit by the repeated flare of violence and warmed by the unapologetic need to live the life of ones choosing." New Welsh Review

Wild Life by James McDermott explores the nature of queerness, the queerness of nature, and the queerness of natural masculinity. In bold poems that root themselves firmly in the coastal landscapes of North Norfolk, a vivid and radical dialogue between nature, sexuality and self-discovery emerges. McDermott brings a lyrical physicality to poetry which focuses on the body, desire, shame, and tenderness, creation and re-creation, and where there is everything always opening / everything always coming out. These poems skilfully graft and touch, draw parallels between moments of transformation in the many kinds of ecosystems we exist in whether outside and between woodland, shoreline and skyline, where the wildlife will see me as just another animal, or in human interactions in schools, gyms, and pubs where ideas of manhood, self, and societys expectations collide. Like the coastal spaces where McDermott finds an innate connection, Wild Life identifies that which is fluid and constantly changing and that nature itself isnt afraid of being colourful, excessive, too much.

Los wikipoemas que componen este libro no tienen una pretensión poética, tampoco didáctica ni informativa y en ningún caso son definiciones que tratan de dar una idea exacta de lo que exponen. La única fuente de la que emanan es la realidad poetica que compone mi experiencia. Los wikipoemas no son poesia, tampoco un subgenero poetico, sino una suma de intuiciones. Ninguna de las definiciones que aparecen recogidas en este libro esta homologada para servir como respuesta valida en los examenes de acceso universitario ni ninguna otra prueba de evaluacion academica, todo lo contrario, podrian llevar al peor de los resultados posible. Itziar Minguez Arnaiz

Seidel is the great controversialist of American poetry. Dubbed a transgressive adventurer, a demonic gentleman, a triumphant outsider, a great poet of innocence, and an example of the dangerous Male of the Species, his sly, witty and wide-eyed poems seem earnest one moment and flippant the next, and will see him rotating his caustic fire from high-society cocktail parties to street-level poverty, genocide to Obamacare, New York to Syria. Hes never more than a turn-line from humour, and it is often when he is at his funniest that he is also at his most shocking.The Independent said of his last collection: There is no contemporary poet writing in English as witty, as shrewd, as touching and as debonair as Frederick Seidel. Thats a lot of praise, but he surely merits it.Widening Income Inequality, Seidels new collection, is a rhymed magnificence of sexual, historical, and cultural exuberance. Rarely has poetry been this dapper, or this dire, or this true.

Why I Am Not a Bus Driver is a moving and musical debut collection exploring grief, love and the power of community, from the author of The 392, Your Show and Wild East. The heart of this book beats in sync with that of the poets late grandfather, as, sonnet after unconventional sonnet, Hickson-Lovence uncovers the micro-histories woven into the streets and journeys that shape us. These poems speak with Frank OHara, in their stream-of-consciousness lyricism, in meditations that dance like winding roads, both immediate and nostalgic. Committed to honouring the authentic and everyday, the real and true, human connection is the destination in this stirring collection, and every reader has a priority seat."Among the most natural, elegant sonnet sequences Ive read: a memorial, moving in its radical honesty and grace. What both broke and strengthened my heart about this collection is the sheer humanity and authentic curiosity that make a life feel meaningful, transfiguring both the extraordinary and the everyday with dignity, love and imagination. Just gorgeous." Luke Kennard"A moving collection attuned to the knowledge that poetry of the family is both plain and complex, that the dead sometimes require elegy and sometimes celebration; and all of this held within the strength and uncertainty that is the human-made body of the poem." Andrew McMillan"A heartfelt elegy to a grandfather, skilfully weaving themes of legacy, promises, influences and dreams. While the grandfather takes centre stage, England itself emerges as a powerful backdrop to the story. Hickson-Lovences unified themes lend the book the feel of a novel-in-verse, yet each poem resonates with its own emotional strength. An endearing and enlightening readdont miss it." Roger Robinson"Ashley Hickson-Lovences debut collection offers an intricate reminiscence, an insight into fierce familial bonds and how they shape a life indefinitely. These poems pulse with longing, vulnerability and doubt, highlighting the human need for connection, the resilience that grows from loss, the certainty that comes when the love unfolds." Rebecca Goss

Why Brownlee Left, Paul Muldoons third collection, was published in 1980.

Why Are You Shouting?, James Womacks fourth Carcanet collection, thinks about two things in particular: our struggle as individuals to find connections between ourselves, with friends, family and lovers, and the efforts we make as groups to connect to the environment we live and die in. Written in the shadow of the climate crisis and the pandemic years, the poems set out to find points of hope and solidarity, against a common backdrop of disruption and collapse to which we are often wilfully blind.Alongside these concerns runs a narrative of personal blindness and self-enchantment, a willingness to allow oneself to be misled in order to have a quiet life. If the collections title suggests that raising ones voice is the readiest way to reach other people, the poems themselves dare to offer quieter solutions, too: there is space for humour and kindness, even a degree of positive thinking about the state the world is in.The ghost of Cassandra, the Trojan princess given the gift of prophecy but condemned to have no one believe her words, haunts the collection: her life is a warning, but also an antidote to willed ignorance.The God of whom I speak is dead. I did my makeup in a disco ball. I looked at the whole magnificent creation of the Lord, and asked, sadly, "Is it cake?"

Padraig Regans poems delight in the sensual and the visual: this pamphlet is alive with the textures of paint, sweat, sugar and overripe fruit. Regan riffs on art history in a way which is playful and inquisitive Johann Zoffany drinks mojitos with David Hockney; Caravaggio outrages and compels; Queen Elizabeth I is effortfully glorious. Many poems focus on the representation of the human body, discovering alternative histories in responses to paintings where the gaze of the male artist is directed towards the male figure in queerly erotic ways.

In the language of fan fiction, a Mary Sue is an idealised and implausibly flawless character: a female archetype that can infuriate audiences for its perceived narcissism.Such is the setting for this brilliant and important debut by Sophie Collins. In a series of verse and prose collages, Who Is Mary Sue? exposes the presumptive politics behind writing and readership: the idea that men invent while women reflect; that a man writes of the world outside while a woman will turn to the interior.Part poetry and part reportage, at once playful and sincere, these fictive-factive miniatures deploy original writing and extant quotation in a mode of pure invention. In so doing, they lift up and lay down a revealing sequence of masks and mirrors that disturb the reflection of authority.A work of captivation and correction, this is a book that will resonate with anyone concerned with identity, shame, gender, trauma, composition and culture: everyone, in other words, who wishes to live openly and think fearlessly in the modern world. Who Is Mary Sue? is a work for our times and a question for our age: it is a handbook for all those willing to reimagine prescriptive notions of identity and selfhood.

In "Whitman: A Study," John Burroughs delves deeply into the life and work of Walt Whitman, exploring the intricacies of his poetic vision and stylistic innovations. Burroughs employs a reflective and analytical literary style, characterized by a blend of personal insight and scholarly examination. The book situates Whitmans contributions within the broader context of 19th-century American literature, emphasizing themes of individuality, democracy, and the natural world that resonate throughout Whitmans oeuvre. Through close readings of key texts, Burroughs illuminates the unique voice and unapologetic exuberance that define Whitmans poetry. John Burroughs, a naturalist and essayist, was a contemporary of Whitman and shared his reverence for nature and the human experience. Burroughss own writings often focus on the beauty of the American landscape and the importance of simplicity, values that align closely with Whitmans artistic ethos. His admiration for Whitmans radical approach to poetry and life likely stemmed from their shared belief in the transformative power of literature and nature. "Whitman: A Study" is an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of American literature and its pioneers. Burroughss insightful analysis not only enhances our appreciation of Whitmans work but also invites readers to reflect on their own connection to the world around them.

In "White Stains," Aleister Crowley crafts a provocative and unconventional exploration of sexuality, spirituality, and the complexities of desire. Written in a richly poetic style that fuses lyrical elegance with explicit content, the text navigates the often-taboo aspects of human experience while drawing from various literary influences including the decadent movement and Symbolist poetry. Crowleys work defies simple categorization, blending autobiography with fictive narratives that paint a portrait of the inner conflicts surrounding love and lust in the early 20th century. The books controversial nature positions it firmly within the avant-garde literary landscape of its time, challenging societal norms and expectations. Aleister Crowley, often referred to as the "Wickedest Man in the World," was a key figure in the occult and mystical movements of the 20th century. His wide-ranging interests in philosophy, magic, and esotericism, combined with his unabashed exploration of the human psyche, significantly influenced the themes present in "White Stains." Crowleys personal experiences and his defiance of Victorian morality shaped his views on sexuality, allowing him to confront issues often deemed unworthy of discussion in his day. I highly recommend "White Stains" to readers interested in the intersections of literature, sexuality, and mysticism. CrowleyAos daring insights and vivid imagery make the text a thought-provoking journey into the depths of desire and the complexities of human psychology. This work not only serves as a fascinating artifact of its era but also resonates with contemporary discussions about sexuality and identity.

Aleister Crowleys "White Stains" is a provocative and audacious exploration of desire, sexuality, and the human psyche, encapsulating the spirit of early 20th-century modernism. Written in a fragmented, often lyrical style, the poem interweaves themes of eroticism and spirituality, offering a complex tapestry that challenges conventional morality. Crowley employs rich imagery and esoteric symbolism, reflecting his interest in mysticism and the occult while addressing taboo subjects that were often marginalized in Victorian literature. The work serves as a remarkable artifact of its time, questioning the societal norms surrounding sexuality and personal freedom. Crowley, an influential figure in the realm of the occult and mysticism, was often labelled The Beast owing to his controversial views and practices. His life experiences, including his extensive travels, involvement in various mystical traditions, and tumultuous personal relationships, deeply informed his creative output. "White Stains" stands as a culmination of these experiences, embodying his quest for understanding and expression within the constraints of societal convention. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the intersections of literature, sexuality, and mysticism. Crowleys daring examination of human desire and moral ambiguity invites readers to reflect on their own perceptions of sexuality and spirituality, making it a significant work for those keen to explore the more radical edges of literary expression.

Aleister Crowleys White Stains is a collection of poems filled with dark, sexual, and occult themes. Written in a decadent and subversive style, this book challenges societal norms and delves into the depths of the human psyche. The verses are rich in symbolism and allusions, drawing upon Crowleys knowledge of esoteric teachings and his own experiences with the mysterious and the supernatural. White Stains is a unique blend of passion, mysticism, and rebellion that continues to captivate readers to this day. Its controversial content remains a subject of scholarly debate and fascination in literary circles. Aleister Crowley, known as

White Ghosts, the debut collection by poet and novelist Katie Hale, traces maternal lines, and the legacies of slavery and whiteness interwoven into the fabric of America, through revealing, unflinching poems. Travelling deep into an intimate history that spans both sides of the Atlantic, Hale unravels the language haunting those narratives we choose to tell in official versions through museum labels and civic statues and in handed-down stories.Transformational and challenging, these sharply-detailed poems interrogate the bare bones of silence, complicity, difficult inheritances and racial constructs. Via wagon routes or interstates, on desert highways or in the landscapes of northern England, through nature and through human culture, questions of ownership and power are writ into the journey. Through four hundred years of female migration, the poems in White Ghosts use art, music, and lyrical reworking of the curated space, to address white guilt: what is lost through generations, and what is passed on?

Expanding on themes present in Blood/Sugar, James Byrne refuses one defining aesthetic or mode of writing in his work, instead choosing to fluctuate between the lyric, experimental, confessional and the political. These are poems that explore aspects of childhood, social activism and satire. There are correspondences with existing texts; Philomela finds herself in Nazi-occupied Paris during the Second World War and the villanelle re-tracks Rimbaud through London. Elsewhere Byrne seeks to defy Robert Graves notion that there is "no poetry in money", preferring to rally against issues of austerity and hierarchical power in society. White Coins rewards the reader with a nomadic poetry for the 21st century; one that mingles personal, social and historical spaces whilst celebrating, at all times, linguistic versatility and innovation.Also available as an eBook from Amazon.

Hugh McMillans first collection in Scots, Whit if? poses the questions that you never thought to ask about Scottish history like Whit if Alexander haed Twitter?, Whit if John Knox haed fawen in luve wi Mary Queen o Scots? and Whit if Jacques Brel haed jynt the Corries?As both poet and long-time student of Scotlands strange and undervalued history, McMillan is the ideal guide to all the micht-hiv-bins of Scottish history, as well as all that wis. Humour is guaranteed, but that doesnt mean he wont be digging up many an educational gem along the way!

This book is also available as a eBook. Buy it from Amazon here.The experience of living in the Chernivtsi ghetto under the Nazis remains a dark undertow in all Rose Auslanders poetry. The hardships of a life in hiding, the constant fear of Nazi terror and concentration camps are all harrowingly present, while other poems speak to the mother for whose sake she endured. After the war Auslanders later poetry brought her prizes and acclaim, establishing her extraordinary simplicity as a distinctive voice in German poetry.Rose Auslander was born in Bucovina, on what is now the Romanian/Ukrainian border. Her first book of poems in German, The Rainbow, was published in Bucharest in 1939, with the majority of its print run destroyed during Nazi occupation. In the Chernivtsi ghetto she became friends with Paul Celan; the pair would meet again in Paris in 1957. Her second collection, Blind Summer, appeared in 1965. Rose died in Dusseldorf in 1988.

Split into three parts, Where The Memory Was, invites readers into a word full of blunt feeling and delicate poetics. Ranging in theme from inter-generational pain to reckless young love and battles with illness, these poems turn memory into a living aspect of our lives. These beautiful poems all cover the truths of a multi-layered identity and existing within structures, systems and histories that oppress. They range in theme from intergenerational trauma, love or lack of it and how our unique histories sometimes provide safety from the harshness of current reality.