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Not A Devilish Salesperson Be But A Self-Proclaimed Imagist
This article reveals the imagist elements of Amy Lowell's poetry. She wrote with dedication, whim, and images.
An Inspiring Literary Voice
The inspiration of H.D.'s poetry brings hope, spirit, and strength to all poets but especially to women! Born during ever changing eras where Americans perspectives and perceptions paralleled those changes gave H.D. a great multitude of ideas for her poetry.
One Image Evolves A Poem
This article discusses the power of the image in poetry! In particular, how the founder of the Imagists, Ezra Pound creates invigorating poetry where the image itself forms the words, becomes the language.
No Smoke, No Fog For Imagists: Ezra Pound
This year begins with The Imagists! These poets revolted against the traditional modes of poetry; they created poetry from their hearts and their minds. Each word chosen purposefully though the rythms of poems betray the very idea.
Images of America: the earth, the toil, the people
November's article focuses on the imagist poet William Carlos WQilliams. Powerful meaning presented through stark images and language. There is plenty of symbolism of America during the mid-1900's.
Poetry Treats and Tricks!
This is an invite to enjoy some spooky, ghoulish poetry arriving just in time to Halloween! Spirits, goblins, witches, bats, cats, brew, and you!
Once A Seaman, A Principal, A Glass Factory Excutive: Then The Poet Emerged
A brief analysis of A. R. Ammons' poetry and the poet's life. Magnificent imagery coupled with poignant punctuation creates exciting poetry!
Mary Oliver's Rippling Poetry, Like a Stone Thrown Into Still-Water
This month's article highlights the rippling poetry of Mary Oliver! Her succinct language, precise images, and universal themes of everyday and eternal issues captures readers instantly!
Erica Funkhouser: Powerful Poetry
This is a brief analysis of poetry by Erica Funkhouser. The poet uses excellent imagery and simplicity of ideas. A must read for all!
Refreshing, Poignant Poetry!
This is about the vibrant poetry of Ellen Bryant Voigt! Her poetry is replete of powerful imagery coupled with unexpected juxtaposition of words. In addition, her themes span the myriad of human emotions! A definite must read!
The Riveting Poetry of Jeanie Thompson
Jeanie Thompson's poetry is most invigorating to both the mind and heart! Her explicit imagery combined with her deliberate structure and specific point of views illuminates the ideas presented in the poems. Poetry that demands reading with more than a critical eye!
Molly Peacock: Poetry of Spirited Form / Sensual Imagery
Discover the vibrant rhythm of Molly Peacock's poetry! The combination of earthly imagery and universal themes creates ethereal poetry that readers connect with immediately.
Robin Behn: Eclectic / Electric Poetry
Brief analysis of poetry by Robin Behn. This poet writes electrifying / eclectifying poetry! Discussion of imagery, tone, langauge, and structure of the poetry.
Maya Angelou: Sows Legends and Harvests History With Spirited Poetry
Readers may enjoy touching heart, mind and soul with this poetic voice of Maya Angelou's! Her poetry flourishes with the spirit filled with wisdom and fire. Merry Holidays!
Highlights of Autumn Imagery / Hints of Gratitude
November's article focuses on the rich imagery of autumn poetry. Imagery from hues of reds, oranges, golds, to the crunching of dried leaves to the knowledge that change is natural. Enjoy the season!
All Hallow’s Eve: Poetry of Rattlin’ Chains, Ghouls, Vampires, Bats, Witch’s Brew
Happy Spooky Halloween Poetry! This holiday share a few verses about ghouls, witches, bats, and jack-o'-lanterns!
An Enlightening Realist and Lightning Imagist: C.D. Wright
A brief analysis of some poetry by C.D. Wright who is a lightning imagist and enlightening realist. After reading these excerpts one may very well find him/herself reading more poetry written by this electic poet!
Marge Piercy: Poetry With A Vibrant Sense of Self and Community
This enterprising article focuses on Marge Piercy who is a very spirited poet. Her poetry embellishes imagery that conveys the vibrant sense of self and community. This includes concerns and issues real to individuals and communities.
Billy Collins: Everyone's Poet Who Writes Ironic, Serious, and Clever Poetry
Billy Collins: The eleventh and curent Poet Laureate of the United States. A brief, concise review of his ironic, serious, and clever poetry. Also a glimpse into his philosophy about memory and how it plays an intricate role in the learning process. Collins emphasizes and imparts his beliefs in his poetry.
Stanley Kunitz: The Spirit of Life In This Visionary's Poetry
Stanley Kunitz: Poet Leaureate of the U.S. 2000. This poet incorpoartes the vitality of the aha moments of life with the wisdom of his experience and the deft honing of his lyrics, structure, and syntax!
Robert Pinsky: Improviser of Poetic Images, Sounds and Desires
This is a brief look at poetry by Robert Pinsky. The poet improvises historical events, quotations, present sights and sounds, current events of everyday life into basic chords of poetry, which reaches into the depths of souls universally.
Robert Hass: Fresh Perspective of Poetry
Fresh perspective of poetry is illustrated by Robert Hass. He was the eighth Poet Laureate of the United States. His dedication to ecology, poetry and literacy is often shadowed in his poems.
Rita Dove: Seventh, Youngest and First African American Poet Laureate of the U.S.
Brief history of Rita Dove, and a brief analysis of her poetry.,Brief history of Rita Dove, and a brief analysis of her poetry
Mona Van Duyn: The First U.S. Woman Poet Laureate
One of the most exciting facts about Mona Van Duyn is that she was the first woman Poet Laureate of the United States.
Joseph Brodsky: Rising Above Adversity
This is the fifth article in the American Poet Laureate series. It will focus on Joseph Brodsky, who was America’s first foreign-born American Poet Laureate. He is known for his poetry and his essays. Often he is referred to as one of the greatest poets of his generation.
Mark Strand: Poet Captures Universal Emotions Rarely Expressed
This is the fourth article about America's poet laureates. In particular, Mark Strand is featured, who was the fourth U.S. Poet Laureate. A short biography and some lines form an early poem along with an analysis of those lines are included.
Howard Nemerov: A Distinguished Man of Letters in America
This article focuses on the third Poet Laureate of the United States. The article includes a short history of the poet as well as a few lines from a poem, which is briefly analyzed.
Richard Wilbur: Heralds The Moment
The second feature article in the Poet Laureates of the United States series.
American Poet Laureate Robert Penn Warren
The following series is a review of poetry written by those who are heralded as among the best poets in America. These poets are the poet laureates. The poetry of eight poets will be reviewed. The first article will contain a brief history on poet laureates and the first American Poet Laureate Robert Penn Warren.
A Halloween Treat of Tricky Poetry
If you're seeking spirits, ghouls, witches, skeletons, and pumpkins here is a Halloween treat: read a tricky poem or few! Be prepared to meet these spirited characters!!
Poets and Patriotism: Other Perspectives / Other Images
This fifth article in the series on Poets and Patriotism focuses on how two poets create unique connections and/or representations between images symbolizing universal ideas and feelings.
Poets and Patriotism: Visual Imagery
This article focuses on imagery, and how Carl Sandburg utilizes this literary tool to create an overall feeling of American unity.
Poets and Patriotism: Old Glory
This third article in the series about Poets and Patriotism focuses on the United States flag. It also defines literary terms such as metaphor and simile.
Poets and Patriotism: Lady Liberty
Brief analysis of Emma Lazarus's poem "The New Collosus" about the Statue of Liberty.
Poets and Patriotism
This is the first article in the series on Poets and Patriotism! I thought this might be a good series in lieu of the American tragedy that occurred one month ago.
PART II: Poetry: A Valuable Form of Communication
Continuation of over-view of how poetry is a major form of communication! Reference made to favorite poem project initiated by past poet laureate of the United States Robert Pinsky. Finishing with how poetry jettisons into the new milenium!
Poetry: A Valuable Form of Communication
Overview of poetry and its impact upon society with references to various poets and poems, especially American poets.

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