Identity by Julio Noboa Polanco
In “Identity,” Latino poet Julio Noboa Polanco shows how one can grow up uniquely by drawing a contrast between a flower and weed.
Song of Myself, 52 by Walt Whitman
“Song of Myself, 52” by Walt Whitman spans from being about the concept of independent life to the immortality existing in nature.
An Introduction by Kamala Das
“An Introduction,” a purely confessional poem, clearly portrays Kamala Das’ cry to achieve a sense of freedom in her life.
One Art by Elizabeth Bishop
In “One Art,” first published in 1976, Elizabeth Bishop portrays the universality of loss, making it both perpetual and pervasive.
10 of the Best Poems of Adrienne Rich
Explore the best poems of Adrienne Rich featuring her political views, feminist and queer sensibilities, and enduring craft of versification.
10 of the Best Anna Akhmatova Poems
Explore some of the best poems by legendary Russian poet Anna Akhmatova, which showcase her versatility and merit as a poet.
10 of the Best Anne Sexton Poems
Anne Sexton, one of the important 20th-century American poets, is famous for her confessional poetry. Explore some of her best poetry.
I understand the large hearts of heroes by Walt Whitman
Whitman’s “I understand the large hearts of heroes” is about the deeds of forgotten heroes with whom the first-person poet-speaker associates himself.
Who Understands Me but Me by Jimmy Santiago Baca
“Who Understands Me but Me” is about the imprisonment experience that brought about the personal transformation of poet Jimmy Santiago Baca.
Persimmons by Li-Young Lee
“Persimmons” by Li-Young Lee is an autobiographical poem revolving around the poet’s childhood memories concerning the titular fruit.