The World's Worst Poetry [Hardcover]

Stephen Robins (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2002

We all need a bit of poetry in our lives to inspire and to elevate. But what happens when poetry goes wrong, and how bad can it get? Stephen Robins has scoured the anthologies of the world to amass the most astonishing examples of really awful verse. Each featured poet is introduced with a light-hearted discussion of his or her life, exploring published works, fame, and reputation. The result is a treasure trove of poetic disasters that should hold the attention of even the most jaded reader.

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We all need a bit of poetry in our lives—to inspire and to elevate. But what happens when poetry goes wrong, and how bad can it get? Stephen Robins has scoured the anthologies of the world to amass the most astonishing examples of really awful verse. Each featured poet is introduced with a light–hearted discussion of his or her life, exploring published works, fame, and reputation. The result is a treasure trove of poetic disasters that should hold the attention of even the most jaded reader.

About the Author

Stephen Robins is the author of three recent Prion books - The Importance of Being Idle, How to be a Complete Dandy and The Ruling Asses, a little book of political stupidity.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Prion; First Edition edition (June 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1853754811
• ISBN-13: 978-1853754814
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 4.6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,683,495 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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