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Poetic Forms #1 Ars Poetica
An ars poetica poem is a poem examining the role of poets themselves as subjects, their relationships to the poem, and the act of writing. Among the first known treatises on poetry, Horace’s “Ars Poetica” (also referred to as Letters to Piso) is literally translated as “The Art of Poetry” or “On the Art of Poetry.” Composed…
The Telaraña Circuit by Lucía Hinojosa Gaxiola
We are living in an age of total recall and digital amnesia. Our lives are meticulously documented, our every gesture captured, tagged, and stored in a server cloud. Yet this relentless accumulation of data has done little to satisfy our hunger for memory. In fact, it may have exacerbated the crisis. The digital archive is…
How to read poetry: 4 Exercises
To truly engage with poetry, it is essential to understand its foundational elements. Poetry, at its core, is a form of literary expression that utilizes concise language and rhythm to evoke emotions and imagery. Familiarizing oneself with key components such as meter, rhyme, imagery, and themes can significantly enhance one’s reading experience. Meter in poetry…
The Migrant States by Indran Amirthanayagam
The Body Politic and the Body Poetic It is a peculiar anxiety of our time, this feeling of living inside a contradiction we cannot name. We carry in our pockets devices of limitless connection while feeling profoundly isolated. We espouse ideals of global citizenship while retreating behind newly fortified walls, both national and psychological. The…
The 10 Types of Poetry Books Every Reader Should Know (A Simple Guide)
You’ve decided to dive into poetry – wonderful! You walk into a bookstore (or browse online), eager to find your next great read. But then you’re faced with terms like “anthology,” “selected poems,” “chapbook,” and “verse novel.” What do they all mean? And which one is right for you? Navigating the world of poetry books…
