Famous Poets
Poetry as an art form has a history dating back to Sumerian times.
Famous Poets such as William Shakespeare, Robert Frost, and William
Wordsworth have made tremendous contributions to the advancement of the
arts as well as to the elevation of their societies.
These writers may be found in traditions as diverse as Chinese, Indian, Greek, Farsi, and especially Arabic culture, where poetry continues to play a central role.
No matter the time or place, crafters of poetry have been a voice and social conscious in their home countries, often serving as a moral check on governments, both democratic and despotic. They have greatly enriched their societies and have added tremendous beauty to their cultures.
In this assemblage, we hope to explore different types of verse, from western to eastern, from tribal to urban. We'll look at the Chinese Shijing, Aristotle's Poetics, Biblical verse and the European classics such as Dante, Goeth and Mickiewicz. We will also explore the works of the 13th century Persian writer, Rumi.
Our team at My Word Wizard has selected what we consider to be the very best examples from the world's leading scribes. If you would like to see a particular writer highlighted, feel free to contact us.
We are sure you will enjoy this collection.
These writers may be found in traditions as diverse as Chinese, Indian, Greek, Farsi, and especially Arabic culture, where poetry continues to play a central role.
No matter the time or place, crafters of poetry have been a voice and social conscious in their home countries, often serving as a moral check on governments, both democratic and despotic. They have greatly enriched their societies and have added tremendous beauty to their cultures.
In this assemblage, we hope to explore different types of verse, from western to eastern, from tribal to urban. We'll look at the Chinese Shijing, Aristotle's Poetics, Biblical verse and the European classics such as Dante, Goeth and Mickiewicz. We will also explore the works of the 13th century Persian writer, Rumi.
Our team at My Word Wizard has selected what we consider to be the very best examples from the world's leading scribes. If you would like to see a particular writer highlighted, feel free to contact us.
We are sure you will enjoy this collection.
Find a Poem from the world's most Famous Scribes
Click below to explore our selection of poetry.
John Keats Poetry: His work is defined by sensual imagery. He is considered one of the greatest in the pantheon of British scribes. You will enjoy this collection of our favorite verses from Keats.
Shel Silverstein Poems: An accomplished cartoonist, playwright and song writer, Silverstein is best known for his series of children's poetry books. Works such as "A Missing Piece," "A Light in the Attic," and "Where the Sidewalk Ends," are now staples of the children's literary genre. We hope you enjoy this collection of the author's poems selected by our writers.