Formed in Los Angeles, in 1965 by vocalist Jim Morrison, keyboardist Ray Manzarek, guitarist Robby Krieger, and drummer John Densmore, The Doors would rapidly rise to become one of the most iconic ...
Dear Annie: The Fourth of July through poetry
I want to wish everyone a very happy Fourth of July. As you are hopefully enjoying barbecues and fireworks, you may want to read some of the following famous patriotic poems.
The Fourth of July as seen through patriotic poetry
I want to wish everyone a very happy Fourth of July. As you are hopefully enjoying barbecues and fireworks, you may want to read some of the following ...
The Poetry of John Darnielle's Blue Guitar
I don’t know how many pop songwriters read poetry, but I frequently hear the ghost of poet Wallace Stevens in contemporary music.
The 4th of July through poetry
I want to wish everyone a very happy Fourth of July. As you are hopefully enjoying barbecues and fireworks, you may want to read some of the following ...
Poem of the week: Upon Wedlock, and the Death of Children by Edward Taylor
An extraordinary, theologically agile reflection on family life bears comparison with much more famous metaphysical poems Upon Wedlock, and the Death of Children A Curious Knot God made in ...
Meet the boxing 'Bard' whose poem will carry Team England to Commonwealth glory
Not only will Team England hear the rallying couplets as they walk the athletes parade, they will also be wrapped in the words as a poem verse was emblazoned onto their official opening ceremony ...
The 5 Best Literary References in Bungo Stray Dogs
From Dazai to Akutagawa, Bungo Stray Dogs is rich in references to literature. Here are some of its most interesting literary references.
Chicago as a poem: The birthplace of slam poetry finally gets a contemporary anthology of poetry
Or rather, it’s 134 snapshots, by 134 poets, from unknowns to world-famous vanguards. "Wherever I’m At — An Anthology of Chicago Poetry," edited by Donald Evans and Robin Metz (June 2022).
The best books released in June - from historical fiction to memoir and poetry
Our critics' picks for June span historical fiction, graphic novels and poetry to bring you fascinating perspectives on identity, race and hidden lives.
Dear Annie: Celebrating the Fourth of July with poetry
In today's Dear Annie column, Annie Lane shares some of her favorite poems to celebrate the Independence Day holiday.
