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The Poets' Corner : The One-And-Only Poetry Book for the Whole Family by John Lithgow (2007, Compact Disc / Hardcover, Revised edition)
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Ever since, John has been an enthusiastic seeker of poetic experience, whether reading, reciting, or listening to great poems. The wide variety of carefully selected poems in this book provides the perfect introduction to appeal to readers new to poetry, and for poetry lovers to experience beloved verses in a fresh, vivid way.
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From listening to his grandmother recite epic poems from memory to curling up in bed while his father read funny verses, award-winning actor John Lithgow grew up with poetry. Ever since, John has been an enthusiastic seeker of poetic experience, whether reading, reciting, or listening to great poems. The wide variety of carefully selected poems in this book provides the perfect introduction to appeal to readers new to poetry, and for poetry lovers to experience beloved verses in a fresh, vivid way. William Blake, Emily Dickinson, Edgar Allan Poe, and Dylan Thomas are just a few names among Lithgow's comprehensive list of poetry masters. His essential criterion is that "each poem's light shines more brightly when read aloud." This unique package provides a multimedia poetry experience with a bonus MP3 CD of revelatory poetry readings by John and the familiar voices of such notable performers as Eileen Atkins, Kathy Bates, Glenn Close, Billy Connolly, Jodie Foster, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren, Lynn Redgrave, Susan Sarandon, Gary Sinise, and Sam Waterston. Every reader will enjoy reciting or listening to these poems with the entire family, appreciating how each one comes to life through the spoken word in this superlative poetry collection.Product Identifiers
PublisherGrand Central Publishing
ISBN-100446580023
ISBN-139780446580021
eBay Product ID (ePID)57110850
Product Key Features
Book TitlePoets' Corner : the One-And-Only Poetry Book for the Whole Family
Number of Pages304 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2007
TopicAnthologies (Multiple Authors), Subjects & Themes / Inspirational & Religious, Subjects & Themes / Family, American / General, European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
FeaturesRevised
GenrePoetry
AuthorJohn Lithgow
FormatCompact Disc / Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight17.1 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width6.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Lccn2006-100805
Edition DescriptionRevised Edition
Lc Classification NumberPr1175.L514 2007
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- Oct 26, 2021
The Poet's Corner Review
I received this book recently, and although I have read only a little bit of it so far, I have enjoyed it thoroughly. The poems are poignant, thought provoking and unexpected. The author, John Lithgow, also has included well written and insightful comments after each poem, as well as introductions to each one and brief background on the authors. I haven't listened to the CD yet, but I'm sure I'll enjoy it. I recommend this book not only for someone who, like myself, has never really understood poetry, but also for its fans, who may especially enjoy reading Lithgow's comments.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 21, 2022
A corner we should want to be in
An outsider looking in, an actor from poetry-loving family has put together the best English language introduction to poetry I’ve ever seen. I’m so happy to find my old favorites here and also to be introduced to so very many new favorites, both centuries old and from mere years ago. This book is WONDERFUL. In a Huh-I-didn’t-know-that way, Lithgow gives a short bio and context for each poet, shares a poem or two of their best work, and offers brief insight afterward. This book offers a light/serious, happy/wow way to know about poems that can move us and deepen us. Fantastic.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 14, 2018
Well worth the cost
What sets this book apart for other books of poetry are the comments and insight provided by John Lithgow, as well as the included CD containing a reading of each poem by a professional (including John Lithgow himself). I have read some poems where I just didn't connect, and then heard a gifted reader read the same poem, and suddenly the poem made a great deal of sense. Poems are meant to be read aloud.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 16, 2017
A must have for Lithgow fans.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
