A leading metaphysical poet of the English Renaissance, John Donne was also an orator, adventurer, politician, theologian, and essayist....

This classic collection of poetry from one of America\"s favourite poets features many of his greatest works, including \"Paul Revere\"s Ride\", \"A Psalm of Life\", and \"The Day is Done,\" as well as extracts from his longer poems \"The Song of Hiawatha\" and \"Evangeline: A Tale of Acadie\"....

Famously described as \"mad, bad and dangerous to know\", Lord Byron was the quintessential romantic poet - flamboyant, tragic and exceptionally gifted. His life and work have been a source of constant fascination for over two centuries. He composed some of the greatest verse ever written that has enthralled readers for generations....

The poems of Wilfred Owen have shaped our remembrance of World War I. The power of his writing arises not only from his role as witness but due to his poetical prowess and the strength of his descriptions....

A brilliant writer, flamboyant playwright, and prominent journalist, Oscar Wilde was also an accomplished poet. This collection of his greatest poems features such essential works as \\\"The Ballad of Reading Gaol\\\" and \\\"The Burden of Itys\\\"....

Quint essentially Scottish, the poetry of Robert Burns has become famous across the world. With classics such as “Tam O’Shanter”, “Auld Lang Syne”, and “To a Louse”, his work ranged seamlessly from powerful nationalist pieces to playful songs. His use of the vernacular gives a character to his verse that cannot be found anywhere else....

The distinguished artist, illustrator, author, and poet Edward Lear was one of the great humourists of the 19th century. He is best remembered for his witty nonsense verse, which has delighted readers of all ages for more than 150 years....

Lewis Carroll was one of the masters of nonsense verse. His poems ranged from absurdities to satire and have been loved by generations of readers, both young and old. Featuring fantastic fancies, incredible imagination and an unbridled enthusiasm for the written word, Carroll\"s poetry is truly unique....

A collection of verse from one of America\"s greatest writers, the undisputed master of Gothic horror, and a true literary pioneer. In this anthology, readers will find a full range of Poe\"s poetry and prose poems. The mysterious and lyrical \"The Raven\" is Poe\"s best-known poem and immediately became a sensation when it was first published....

\"The rain set early in to-night, The sullen wind was soon awake, It tore the elm-tops down for spite, And did its worst to vex the lake: I listened with heart fit to break, When glided in Porphyria...\" Robert Browning was one of the greatest poets of the Victorian era. This collection includes his a selection of his most famous works....

This unique anthology collects more than 100 poems by Louisa May Alcott, drawn from works published over the course of her career. One of the only published collections of her poetry, it provides invaluable insights into a lesser known part of Louisa May Alcott\"s literary life....

William Wordsworth’s description of poetry as “the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings” is exemplified by the vivid use of imagery and sensory experience in his verse. His childhood in Cumbria imbued the poet with a deep love of nature; and his youthful interest in politics inspired a passion for democracy and a hatred of tyranny....

Alfred, Lord Tennyson was one of the greatest and most beloved poets of the 19th century. This volume includes more than 40 of his most beloved poems, ranging from the iconic \"The Charge of the Light Brigade\" to the heartfelt \"Ulysses\" to the dream-like \"The Lady of Shalot\"....

Charles Baudelaire was one of the most influential French writers of the 19th century. This collection of his poems addresses themes of love, decadence, and death, and includes a selection of his works of poetic prose. Baudelaire\"s darkly beautiful poetry and lyrical prose never fail to leave a lasting mark on his readers....