Poetry for young people

Presents a collection of poems by the beloved American author who, as a young man, travelled across the Midwest as a hobo. The surrealistic illustrations, which appear to be rendered in pastels, are appealing; the soft edges and warm tones work well with Sandburg's imaginary. The full-color illustrations are nothing short of breathtaking. Displays the range of everyday topics in which Sandburg found beauty, humor, or pathos. Unfamiliar words are...

An illustrated selection of twenty-seven complete or excerpted poems by the renowned nineteenth-century New England poet. Also includes information about his life.

Collects poems from the author who is known for his imaginary worlds and fantastic characters, including such works as "Tweedledum and Tweedledee," "The Walrus and the Carpenter," and "Jabberwocky."

Introduces the poetry of William Shakespeare through a sampling of sonnets and excerpts from his plays.

A brief profile of the nineteenth century English poet, Alfred Tennyson, accompanies selections from some of his best known works.

An illustrated collection of nineteen popular poems by William Wordsworth, who was the poet laureate of England in the mid-nineteenth century. Includes an introduction to the poet's life and work.

Introduces the poetry of Wallace Stevens through annotated selections of his works and relevant illustrations.

A collection of illustrated poems enjoyable for children selected from the works of William Blake.