Poems for Tortured Souls
Dear Reader, these poems are an introduction to the passionate words of some of the English language's most renowned poets. Inspired by today's greatest lyricist, Taylor Swift, this collection overflows with folklore, love, heartache, revenge and peace - the perfect balm for any tortured soul.
Featuring poems by William Wordsworth, Emily Dickinson, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, William Shakespeare, Lewis Carroll and many more, this moody and melancholy anthology celebrates the most famous - and tortured - poets. WARNING: These poems might make you cry!Liz believes in the transformative power of poetry. Following the publication of her anthology, A Poem to Read Aloud Every Day of the Year, she has conducted workshops encouraging a daily poetry habit. She is a museum and gallery educator at the Charles Dickens Museum and the National Portrait Gallery.
Liz has a degree in English literature and social science from the University of Cambridge and a doctorate from University College London for research into childhood speech and literacy development. You can follow Liz's Literary Quotes on Instagram @liz.isonAuthor: Liz Ison
Format: Hardback, 192 pages, 132mm x 200mm, 251 g
Published: 2024, Hachette Children's Group, United Kingdom
Genre: Young Adult General Interest & Leisure
Interest Age: From 12 years
Dear Reader, these poems are an introduction to the passionate words of some of the English language's most renowned poets. Inspired by today's greatest lyricist, Taylor Swift, this collection overflows with folklore, love, heartache, revenge and peace - the perfect balm for any tortured soul.
Featuring poems by William Wordsworth, Emily Dickinson, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, William Shakespeare, Lewis Carroll and many more, this moody and melancholy anthology celebrates the most famous - and tortured - poets. WARNING: These poems might make you cry!Liz believes in the transformative power of poetry. Following the publication of her anthology, A Poem to Read Aloud Every Day of the Year, she has conducted workshops encouraging a daily poetry habit. She is a museum and gallery educator at the Charles Dickens Museum and the National Portrait Gallery.
Liz has a degree in English literature and social science from the University of Cambridge and a doctorate from University College London for research into childhood speech and literacy development. You can follow Liz's Literary Quotes on Instagram @liz.ison