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poetry

[poh-i-tree] / ˈpoʊ ɪ tri /


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Meyers proceeds to tell an astonished Ed that he’s a huge fan of his long-forgotten 1979 poetry collection entitled “Way Past Go,” the postal worker’s fleeting brush with literary success.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

"The joy, the soul, the humor, the music, the poetry, the mythology, original time, place, and space," the Oscar-winning actor told AFP when asked why he had chosen the indie film for his comeback.

From Barron's Aug. 13, 2026

Auden’s wit and precision in poetry stood in sharp contrast to his chaotic lifestyle.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

One night, she asked him if he thought he could make a guitar sound like a car crash for an upcoming poetry reading she was doing, and that’s how Kaye joined forces with Patti Smith.

From Salon Jul. 29, 2026

Would she stand there shyly, clutching her favorite book of German poetry for comfort?

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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