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Don'T Read Poetry: A Book About How To Read Poems
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An awardwinning poet offers a brilliant introduction to the joysand challengesof the genreIn Don't Read Poetry, awardwinning poet and literary critic Stephanie Burt offers an accessible introduction to the seemingly daunting task of reading, understanding, and appreciating poetry. Burt dispels preconceptions about poetry and explains how poems speak to one anotherand how they can speak to our lives. She shows readers how to find more poems once they have some poems they like, and how to connect the poetry of the past to the poetry of the present. Burt moves seamlessly from Shakespeare and other classics to the contemporary poetry circulated on Tumblr and Twitter. She challenges the assumptions that many of us make about 'poetry,' whether we think we like it or think we don't, in order to help us cherishand distinguish amongindividual poems.A masterful guide to a sometimes confounding genre, Don't Read Poetry will instruct and delight ingnues and cognoscenti alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Don't Read Poetry'? A: 'Don't Read Poetry' is focused on providing an accessible introduction to reading, understanding, and appreciating poetry, aiming to demystify the genre and highlight its relevance in our lives.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Don't Read Poetry'? A: The author of 'Don't Read Poetry' is Stephanie Burt, an award-winning poet and literary critic.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'Don't Read Poetry' was published on May 21, 2019.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Don't Read Poetry' have? A: 'Don't Read Poetry' contains 320 pages.
- Q: What genre does 'Don't Read Poetry' belong to? A: 'Don't Read Poetry' falls under the genre of Literary Criticism.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in poetry? A: Yes, 'Don't Read Poetry' is designed to be accessible and is suitable for both beginners and those already familiar with poetry.
- Q: Does the book include analysis of contemporary poetry? A: Yes, Stephanie Burt discusses both classic and contemporary poetry, including works circulated on platforms like Tumblr and Twitter.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn how to read and appreciate poetry, connect different poems, and find more poetry that resonates with them.
- Q: Is 'Don't Read Poetry' a good gift for poetry lovers? A: Absolutely, 'Don't Read Poetry' makes a thoughtful gift for poetry lovers and those looking to deepen their understanding of the genre.