american poets

Chronicles the life of American poet Anne Bradstreet, discussing her childhood in England, arrival in the United States in 1630, interactions with Native Americans and other settlers, experiences as a frontierwoman, and other related topics.

A collection of essays by William Ehrhart which explore the topics of war, literature, and American life.

George Washington, worried that his troops are not a match for the mighty British army, is inspired by a poem written to him by Phillis Wheatley, a former slave, who knew what it was like to long for freedom.

Draws from poet Emily Dickinson's writings to determine the flowers she loved and grew at her home in Amherst, Massachusetts, and explains how to create one's own Emily Dickinson garden, covering design and planning, plant sources, and growing tips.

A biography of the Washington lawyer and amateur verse writer who composed the words of "The Star-Spangled Banner" during the War of 1812.

A fictionalized account of the life of American poet Robert Frost, linking the tragedies he faced--including the death of his father, his sister's insanity, and his children's misfortunes--with the development and creation of his poetry.

Blind American poet Stephen Kuusisto reflects on his life experiences and what he has learned and imagined through listening.

Charlie Citrine has failed to live up to his potential, until Humboldt's gift arrives, a mocking gift from the grave that sends Charlie groping towards redemption.

Poet W.S. Merwin chronicles his life in Europe in the years before he won the Yale Younger Poets Award in 1952.