In this post weโre going to read a gorgeous poem by Madison Julius Cawein (1865โ1914). Entitled โA Night in Juneโ, itโs found in Kentucky Poems, an anthology of his works published in New York in 1903.
“A Night in June” by Madison Cawein
Films and documentaries on Walt Whitman
Similar to an earlier article on Emily Dickinson, in this post I present several films and documentaries that will help you get acquainted with "the good grey poet" and his works.
โThe Yearโs at the Springโ by Robert Browning
The poet alerts us to small, mundane details from everyday life that we would otherwise most likely overlook or take for granted. Once we regain our focus, it just may turn out that "allโs right with the world". Or is it?
Essay: โThe Poetโ by William Maccall
In this essay, originally published in 1843, the author expounds on the role of poets in the development of a civilized, cultured society. Unavoidably, he has a lot to say on the subject of poetry itself: its origins, character, and purpose. Written almost two centuries ago, Maccallโs view of poets and poetry remains relevant, inspiring, and thought-provoking.
