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Limericks, the Ode, the Sonnet, the Elegy and even the Bible. Poetry is a form of literature that uses aesthetic and rhythmic qualities of language to convey a story, record an event, share humor or emotions. 20th Century poetry has been generally regarded as a creative act of using language.
How often have you thought "How can I write a poem?" This book will give you some tips. Remember the old adage, "Nothing ventured, nothing gained.?" "Patience...
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"The President's Affair" is a dramatization of the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal. It can be dubbed a "historico-tragi-comedy" and contains elements of all three genres. It is written in Shakespearean metered verse and has many playful allusions to Shakespeare plays.
The play is mainly concerned with the human drama, which unfolded in the course of the scandal, with the backdrop of the White House frenzy and the wider acrimonious political context in Washington....
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My Immigrant Shoes: Life with Questions, Hope, and Gratitude is about many dimensions of my life. In its writing, the choice to imbed questions, commentary, expressions of gratitude, hope and love in short stories, poetically, is deliberate.
However the drive not only to survive but to thrive has been indomitable, and in spite of severe culture shock, progress has been made through hard work, discipline and perseverance. "My Immigrant Shoes" is in...
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What we love about life is self-evident: our family, our lives, our passions. It is the counterpoints and contemplations, the intuitive glimpses that lie underneath the fabric of existence that allow for a deeper and more, holistic understanding of our lives, that demand expression and acknowledgement. This book of poems is a collection of these insights that bring honesty, imagination, and illumination to the odyssey of life.
6) Drummane
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Drummane entails what is necessary to grow in Life to be Successful for where it takes you.
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"Azrael" is the second in a trilogy of books by T. A. Gibson about the journeys, essence, and aspects of life. In it the extremes of emotions, the psychological edges of sanity, and the redeeming nature of God are hauntingly expounded upon.
Content and form are balanced within the poems in "Azrael", as each plays an essential part of the artistry of poetry, and your perceptions and comprehensions as a reader are required to complete the poetic cycle...
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This book of poems reflects the contemplative and spiritual sense the author has of her spirituality and how she sees God in all things and all matters. Inspired and motivated by feedback and the encouragement of those for whom she has written poems, prayers and reflections, she has decided to make her work assessable to others. This book of poems has 36-poems in honor of Nilsa's middle child, Maria Esther Rios-Maldonado whom passed away shortly after...
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Out of Doors is a poetic expression of Nature in a Pacific Northwest Forest, as seen through the eyes of David Gretch, a former medical scientist-turned-author and poet. Inspired during daily walks in the forest, the author presents his poetry and photographs embracing Nature in this magnificent ancient mountain setting.
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Rhymes Around the Rosary is designed to get children interested in praying the rosary using simple language and a verse (actually an original song) to direct attention to each of the Biblical mysteries of this prayer. Levi's Load presents the story of Palm Sunday and Jesus Last supper with his disciples form the viewpoint of a young boy and his little donkey named Levi who was elected to carry Jesus into Jerusalem. It is also written in simple poetry....
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Cheryl Ainsworth Martin was born in Guyana. She immigrated to the United States of America after becoming a teacher in her native land. She received her masters degree from Brooklyn College, at the City University of New York. She retired after thirty-three years of service in the Public School System. She believes that poetry is a short-cut to literacy. Many students like the rhymes and rhythms of poems, and they learn to remember the words...
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Spiritually Poetic for the Heart of the Saints was, given to me by the Holy Spirit of God. Days and nights, mostly nights, the Holy Spirit would minister to me, and afterwards the Holy Spirit would inspire me to write songs (praise), poems and at times I've heard sermons and I have to say that I realize that to be used by the Spirit I had to walk in the Spirit. Stay prayed up, read my word (Bible) regularly and more, than anything give God continual,...
15) Jesus the Bridge
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When reading, through this book of poetry, you will find some of her poems are humorous. "The Chase" is between a cat and a squirrel you would not want to miss out in reading. Some of these poems are also songs that she had put music to. When you read "Angels Unaware", you'll soon discover that's one of her stories also. She'll make you laugh, and make you stop and think of where you are in your life and it will help you grow stronger as a person,...
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THE POETRY OF RUTH KIBLER PECK has won dozens of national, state, and local awards. She is also co-author of a creative writing series for Loyola University Press, and she wrote the history of Trinity Lutheran Church in Dayton to commemorate its 100th anniversary. Ruth Ann holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Wright State University, and she taught junior high English for 21 years. She is past-president of the Ohio Council of Teachers of English...
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When in love . . .
The heart wishes to be full.
Love wishes to take her place.
Nothing better is what comes from loving hearts . . .
Love always shows her truth and power. In Planetary Journeys, Angela Herrick shares a diverse collection of verse that intimately explores all the realms of love.
In her reflections, Herrick encourages others to lift their imaginations and open their hearts to experiences that release feelings and...
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In the pages of this book Tumbleweed, one would find messages of hope, friendship, love and turning back. It's about maturing and recognizing the things that are important to us. With steady growth comes a time of breaking away and the seeking of independence. It's about drifting through life, not always knowing what to look for, and after meandering through the years we eventually find contentment in the life we finally settle into and perhaps by...
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Seriously, who knows what path one's life will take sometimes? I had no idea that my love for reciting poetry in the principal's office in elementary school, would have led to such a time as this. As we go through life we realize that God always has a word to comfort, to encourage, to guide and to also remind us of His love towards us and His presence in our lives. Inspired Again came out of the knowledge that as we go through situations in life,...
20) Lillie Pearl
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Lillie Pearl is a book about life, about love, and about growth and strength. A Lily represents a new season, it represents thankfulness, prosperity, and confidence. The Pearl represents love, harmony, balance, wisdom, and new beginnings. This book is a book of poetry that will allow readers to relate and journey through the emotions and words of this book, creating a realistic visual and impact.
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