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Top rated poetry anthologies books
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Best overall
The Norton Anthology of Poetry
Comprehensive collection spanning centuries, widely used in academia for its deep selection and critical apparatus.
- Extensive coverage
- Authoritative introductions
- High-quality paper
- Heavy to carry
- Expensive
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Classic selection
The Oxford Book of English Verse
A classic anthology edited by Christopher Ricks, focusing on English poetry from the medieval period to modern times.
- Expert curation
- Portable size
- Well-bound
- Limited to English poets
- Some omissions
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Modern poetry focus
The Norton Anthology of Modern and Contemporary Poetry
Two-volume set covering 20th and 21st century poetry in English, with diverse voices and critical context.
- Broad modern range
- In-depth notes
- Diverse poets
- Cost for two volumes
- Dense text
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American poetry
The Penguin Anthology of Twentieth-Century American Poetry
Edited by Rita Dove, this collection highlights American poets from 1900 to 1999, including many underappreciated voices.
- Curated by a poet
- Affordable
- Inclusive selection
- No contemporary poets
- Medium print size
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Best single poet
The Poetry of Robert Frost: The Collected Poems
Complete collection of Frost's published poems, a staple for lovers of accessible yet profound verse.
- Complete works
- Timeless appeal
- Great value
- Only one poet
- No modern context
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Contemporary focus
The Vintage Book of Contemporary American Poetry
Covers poets born after 1940, offering a lively snapshot of recent American poetry from diverse traditions.
- Up-to-date
- Compact
- Good introductions
- Narrow time span
- Missing major names
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Best spiritual poetry
The Essential Rumi
Translations by Coleman Barks make Rumi's Sufi poetry accessible and beloved by modern readers.
- Beautiful translations
- Inspirational
- Inexpensive
- Not strict translations
- Limited selection
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Best for children
The Random House Book of Poetry for Children
A vibrant collection for young readers, with poems by classic and contemporary poets, illustrated by Arnold Lobel.
- Kid-friendly
- Great illustrations
- Diverse poems
- Not for adults
- No analysis
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Best for learning forms
The Making of a Poem: A Norton Anthology of Poetic Forms
Focuses on poetic forms like sonnet, villanelle, etc., with examples and explanations, ideal for students and writers.
- Educational
- Well-organized
- Practical
- Narrow focus
- Less variety
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