Poetry Speaks: Who I Am? - Elise Paschen
Submitted by lluncheon on Tue, 2012-12-04 18:04
In POETRY SPEAKS: Who I Am
(Sourcebooks, $19.99), editor Elise
Paschen has collected poetry that will
speak to a broad range of young adult
readers. You will find familiar lines from
writers like Robert Frost, John Keats,
and Maya Angelou illuminated by their
juxtaposition with new works by modern
poets. This diverse collection highlights
the versatility of poetry, showcasing
everything from Sandra Cisernos’s free
verse “Abuelito Who” to Percy Bysshe
Shelley’s sonnet “Ozymandias.” The included CD features recordings
of many of the poets reading their own work; do not miss Marilyn
Nelson reading “How I Discovered Poetry.” Ages 12 and up. DMC
$19.99
ISBN: 9781402210747
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Published: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky - March 1st, 2010