British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Philip Pullman's Introduction to Paradise Lost
Philip Pullman first read Paradise Lost as a schoolboy and was dazzled by the sound of its poetry as he and his classmates read it aloud. Since then, he has become fascinated by Milton's tremendous powers of storytelling, and how he...
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: An Introduction to Chaucer [Doc]
This brief history of Chaucer's life is a good introduction to the significance of his poetry as well.
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Passions in Poetry: Thomas Carew 1594 1640
This site includes a short introduction to Thomas Carew and a biographical sketch of the poet. Also included are links to the text of several of Carew's poems.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Sti Lesson 23: The Poetry of Jim Morrison
This lesson is designed to help students recognize how lyrics by the rock-poet Jim Morrison connect with themes from diverse and respected traditional works. While William Blake's influence on Morrison is often noted, this lesson focuses...
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Mesopotamian Civilization: The Land Between the Rivers
This detailed article on the Sumerians provides information on Sumerian writing, myth, education, city-states, and artifacts. Part of a larger world history website, "The Land Between the Rivers," is an excellent introduction to the...
The History Cat
The History Cat: Islamic Arts and Literature
An introduction to the art and literature that were produced during the Islamic Golden Age. A brief look at Islamic calligraphy, mosaics, geometric designs, and the story behind the 1001 Tales of the Arabian Nights.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Langston Hughes
This introduction to the life and writing of Langston Hughes profiles the poet who emerged with the Harlem Renaissance to earn "a place amongst the greatest poets America has ever produced."
Online Writing Lab at Purdue University
Purdue University Owl: Creative Writing
An introduction to creative writing with links to more information on the following topics: Fiction Writing Basics, Pattern and Variation in Poetry, Pattern and Variation: Aural, Pattern and Variation: Visual, characters and Fiction...
University of Virginia
Univ. Of Virginia: A Note on the English Translation
Scroll down this essay from the Universtiy of Virginia to find a transliteration and several translations of a short poem by Ki no Tsurayuki. It is interesting to note the differing interpretations. Be sure to click on the "contents"...
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Athabasca University: Centre for Language and Literature: Michael Ondaatje
A brief introduction to the life and written works of Canadian writer of poetry and novels, Michael Ondaatje. Contains names of some of his works, some analysis of style and theme, and several links to further information,...
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