Have you ever wanted to read poetry but weren't sure how to get started? Poetry is for all ages but sometimes it can be daunting to know where to start. Here are a few authors that I think give a great introduction to poetry.
Where the Sidewalk Ends
Shel Silverstein
A poetry collection that is outrageously funny and deeply profound.
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The Weary Blues
Langston Hughes
A beautiful new edition of this beloved poet's first collection, originally published in 1926 when he was just twenty-four.
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Dog Songs
Mary Oliver
Mary Oliver's Dog Songs is a celebration of the special bond between human and dog, as understood through the poet's relationship to the canines that have accompanied her daily walks, warmed her home, and inspired her work.
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Aimless Love
Billy Collins
Aimless Love gives the reader an opportunity to assess the rich scope of Collins' gifts. Containing more than fifty new poems and a generous gathering from his collections of the past decade.
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The Poetry of Robert Frost
Robert Frost
The only comprehensive volume of Frost's verse available, comprising all eleven volumes of his poems, this collection has been the standard Frost compendium since its first publication in 1969.
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About the Author
Jim is the Circulation Manager at EPL. He enjoys reading all genres but especially fantasy and mysteries from the Victorian period. He can often be found roaming the stacks looking for the next great read.
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