Let’s take the language issue first: we have confined ourselves to poems written in the English language, to make a daunting task a little less so. As for country, we have tried to focus on English and American literature, first and foremost, on the basis that these are the cultures whose poetry has made the most significant impact on western culture. Enjoy ten of the most beautiful poems in English verse, from Shakespeare to Yeats, with analysis and context. Learn about the themes, sounds, and images that make these poems stand out. Explore famous, easy-to-understand English poems perfect for beginners. Improve vocabulary, pronunciation and comprehension with Frost, Dickinson, Blake and more.
