poetry
“15 and a Union, Someday,” a villanelle
July 7, 2015This poem is a villanelle, a form of poetry that traces its humble roots to the Italian countryside and peasants singing rounds during the harvest.
Read moreJuan Felipe Herrera named first Latino poet laureate
June 10, 2015"I'm here for everyone and from everyone; my voice is made by everyone's voices."
Read morePoem for peace: “Brother”
June 2, 2015"I depend on you and you can depend on me. A brother is no bother. We all have the same Father."
Read moreToday: Two American poets honor LGBT Pride Month
June 2, 2015Includes poetry by Walt Whitman and Judy Grahn.
Read moreToday in history: Vietnam leader Ho Chi Minh is born, 1890
May 19, 2015Ho Chi Minh was also a writer and poet; here are four short poems.
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