Poetry

From timeless poets like William ShakespeareEmily DickinsonWalt Whitman and Homer to modern-day lyricists like Pam Ayres, Amanda GormanCaleb Femi and Ocean Vuong, poets have often been the social commentators for the eras in which they lived. Whether you’re looking to uncover some beautiful love poetry or are finally ready to discover The Odyssey for yourself, we have the very best in the genre. If you’re unsure where to even start, read our article on how to fall back in love with poetry again.

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Little Black Classics

Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of the Penguin Classics list – from drama to poetry, fiction to history. Shop the beautifully collectible box set of the first 80 titles.

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