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Poetry Books

Explore a world of emotions through our Poetry collection at Thryft. Discover works by renowned poets like Rumi, Robert Frost, and Maya Angelou. Our selection also features contemporary voices such as Warsan Shire and Ocean Vuong.
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Sonnets From the Singlish
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Joshua Ip | Math Paper Press

Sonnets From the Singlish

$8.90

Goodreads rating: 3.64

$8.90

If you're curious about Singaporean culture or simply enjoy a twist on classical poetry, "Sonnets from the Singlish" could be a delightful pick. Joshua Ip masterfully blends the rhythmic sophistication of sonnets with the unmistakable verve of Singlish, offering a unique poetic experience that charms and educates. It's a refreshing take on love poems that invites you to read aloud and embrace a Singaporean accent, even if just for a moment.
Where I Lived, and What I Lived For - Thryft
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Henry David Thoreau | Penguin Uk

Where I Lived, and What I Lived For

$4.42

Goodreads rating: 3.82

$4.42

Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are. Thoreau's account of his solitary and self-sufficient home in the New England woods remains an inspiration to the environmental movement - a call to his fellow men to abandon their striving, materialistic existences of 'quiet desperation' for a simple life within their means, finding spiritual truth through awareness of the sheer beauty of their surroundings.
Excerpts From A Natural History - Thryft
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Holly Painter | Titus Books

Excerpts From A Natural History

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Goodreads rating: 4.44

$3.88

When the British natural philosophers of the 17th century founded modern natural history, they proposed finding a poet to compile a poetic account of everything that existed in nature, very broadly defined. Four hundred years later, the work is ongoing, made modern and rigorous with rules and style-guides, managers and research-poets.This collection follows a year’s worth of submissions by one such researcher-poet, but the poems are only half the story. The rest lies in the revisions and comments—of both a professional and personal nature—between the poet and the editor back at corporate offices. As the relationship unravels, natural history becomes a tool of the heartbroken and obsessed.
Is My Body a Myth - Thryft
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Heng Siok Tian | Landmark Books

Is My Body a Myth

$5.80

Goodreads rating: 4.0

$5.80

Recommended for poetry lovers, exploring self-image.
The Anthologist - Thryft
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Nicholson Baker | Simon & Schuster

The Anthologist

$8.09

Goodreads rating: 3.76

$8.09

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"The Anthologist" is a perfect read for lovers of poetry and those exploring the creative process. The book provides a unique insight into the life of a poet, and the struggles one may face when pursuing a passion. The way Nicholson Baker weaves the elements of a love story with the themes of poetry is exceptional and makes the book a must-read for those who appreciate the art of writing.
Love Poems - Thryft
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Carol Ann Duffy | Picador

Love Poems

$5.19

Goodreads rating: 4.04

$5.19

Whether writing of longing or seduction, of passion, adultery, or simple, everyday acts of love, Carol Ann Duffy perfectly captures the truth of each experience. Love Poems contains some of her most popular poems and, always imaginative, heartfelt and direct, displays all the eloquence and skill that have made her one of the foremost poets of her time.
B - Thryft
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Sophia Janowitz, Sarah Kay  | Hachette

B

$4.79

Goodreads rating: 4.49

$4.79

In 2011, Sarah Kay performed her poem "B" at the TED conference in Long Beach, California to standing ovations. Now the video of that performance has been forwarded to mothers and daughters (and fathers and sons) all over the world. Originally written in 2007, "B" is a thank you note, a love letter, a wish, a promise, a confession, and a secret. With beautiful illustrations by Sophia Janowitz, "B" is finally available in this whimsical, magical book.
We're Going on a Bear Hunt - Thryft
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Michael Rosen, Helen Oxenbury  | Walker

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

$3.82

Goodreads rating: 4.29

$3.82

We're going on a bear hunt. We're going to catch a big one. Will you come too? For a quarter of a century, readers have been swishy-swashying and splash-sploshing through this award-winning favourite. Follow and join in the family's excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear. What a surprise awaits them in the cave on the other side of the dark forest!
Aliens Love Underpants! - Thryft
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Claire Freedman | January 1, 2007

Aliens Love Underpants!

$5.16

Goodreads rating: 4.1

$5.16

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Recommendation: - If you're looking for a lighthearted, laugh-out-loud story that will tickle your funny bone, "Aliens Love Underpants!" is the perfect choice. With its catchy rhymes and colorful illustrations by Ben Cort, this book brings to life the wacky and amusing world of aliens and their strange fascination with undergarments. Get ready to embark on a zany adventure that will leave you giggling and entertained from beginning to end.
The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrun - Thryft
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Christopher Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien  | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrun

$10.44

Goodreads rating: 3.87

$10.44

This book is perfect for Tolkien fans who are interested in Norse mythology and epic poetry. The unique feature of this book is that it offers previously unpublished works by J.R.R. Tolkien, which makes it a must-read for those who want to delve deeper into his writing beyond the popular fantasy trilogy. The book also provides insights into the Norse literature and culture, which makes it an enlightening read for history and mythology enthusiasts.
Leaves of Grass (Legend Classics) - Thryft
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Walt Whitman | Legend Press

Leaves of Grass (Legend Classics)

$8.07

Goodreads rating: 4.12

$8.07

The poems of Leaves of Grass are loosely connected, with each representing Whitman's celebration of his philosophy of life and humanity. This book is notable for its discussion of delight in sensual pleasures during a time when such candid displays were considered immoral.
THE ODYSSEY BY HOMER IN ENGLISH - Thryft
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Samuel Butler, Homer  | Borders Classics

THE ODYSSEY BY HOMER IN ENGLISH

$3.88

Goodreads rating: 3.8

$3.88

"The Odyssey" is a classical epic poem about the events following the fall of Troy and the end of the Trojan War which is generally thought to have been written at the end of the 8th century BC. The story centers on Odysseus and his ten year journey to reach his home of Ithaca, following the Trojan War. Odysseus's death is assumed during this long absence, and his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must deal with a group of suitors, the Proci, who compete for Penelope's hand in marriage. Generally attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, "The Odyssey" is a sequel to "The Iliad" and is considered one of the most important works of classical antiquity. Presented here in this edition is the prose translation of Samuel Butler.
The Trojan Women and Other Plays - Thryft
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Edith Hall, Euripides, James Morwood  | Oxford University Press

The Trojan Women and Other Plays

$4.57

Goodreads rating: 4.01

$4.57

This volume of Euripides' plays offers new translations of the three great war plays Trojan Women, Hecuba , and Andromache , in which the sufferings of Troy's survivors are harrowingly depicted. With unparalleled intensity, Euripides--whom Aristotle called the most tragic of poets--describes the horrific brutality that both women and children undergo during war. Yet, in the war's aftermath, this brutality is challenged and a new battleground is revealed where the women of Troy evince an overwhelming greatness of spirit.We weep for the aged Hecuba in her name play and in Trojan Women , while at the same time we admire her resilience amid unrelieved suffering. Andromache, the slave-concubine of her husband's killer, endures her existence in the victor's country with a stoic nobility. Of their time yet timeless, these plays insist on the victory of the female spirit amid the horrors visited on them by the gods and men during war.About the For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
Tamburlaine: Pts.1 & 2 - Thryft
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Christopher Marlowe | A & C Black Publishers Ltd

Tamburlaine: Pts.1 & 2

$3.23

Goodreads rating: 3.61

$3.23

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Recommended for history lovers, interested in captivating characters.
Snow - Thryft
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maxence-fermine | Acorn Book Company

Snow

$2.91

Goodreads rating: 3.72

$2.91

Yuko Akita had two passions. Haiku. And snow. An international bestseller, Snow is "a novel that reads like a poem. Limpid, delicate, and pure like its title."* In nineteenth-century Japan, a young haiku poet named Yuko journeys through snow-covered mountains on a quest for art and finds love instead. Maxence Fermine's prose is hypnotic, and his sensuous love story envelops you as if you?re wrapped in one of his dreams with your eyes wide open. Yuko has all the makings of greatness, but must learn to reach beyond the silent starkness of snow, his ultimate inspiration, to find the color pulsing through life. Color enhanced by love, without which he will remain invisible to the world. On his journey to enlightenment he learns how fragile the balance of life can be through the tragic story of his blind master, Soseki, and the love of his life, a French tightrope walker named Snow. Love and art finally converge in a most startling and exquisite way when a special young woman opens Yuko's heart to the purest of color and light. *Gala (Italy)
Giraffes Can't Dance - Thryft
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Giles Andreae, Guy Parker-Rees  | Cartwheel Books

Giraffes Can't Dance

$5.37

Goodreads rating: 4.32

$5.37

The bestselling Giraffes Can't Dance is now a board book! Giraffes Can't Dance is a touching tale of Gerald the giraffe, who wants nothing more than to dance. With crooked knees and thin legs, it's harder for a giraffe than you would think. Gerald is finally able to dance to his own tune when he gets some encouraging words from an unlikely friend.With light-footed rhymes and high-stepping illustrations, this tale is gentle inspiration for every child with dreams of greatness.
Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats - Thryft
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T.S. Eliot, Axel Scheffler  | Faber And Faber

Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats

$3.49

Goodreads rating: 4.07

$3.49

Author(s): T.S. Eliot ISBN: 9780571268979 Binding: Paperback Published: 2010-11-01 Cats! Some are sane, some are mad and some are good and some are bad. Meet magical Mr Mistoffelees, sleepy Old Deuteronomy and curious Rum Tum Tugger. But you'll be lucky to meet Macavity because Macavity's not there! These lovable cat poems were written by T. S. Eliot for his godchildren and friends in the thirties. They have delighted generations of children since, and inspired Andrew Lloyd Webber's brilliant musical Cats.
Letters on Life : New Prose Translations - Thryft
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Rainer Maria Rilke, Ulrich Baer  | Modern Library

Letters on Life : New Prose Translations

$8.53

Goodreads rating: 4.28

$8.53

Gleaned from Rainer Maria Rilke’s voluminous, never-before-translated correspondence, this volume offers the best writings and personal philosophy of one of the twentieth century’s greatest poets. The result is a profound vision of how the human drive to create and understand can guide us in every facet of life. Arranged by theme–from everyday existence with others to the exhilarations of love and the experience of loss, from dealing with adversity to the nature of inspiration–here are Rilke’s thoughts on how to infuse everyday life with beauty, wonder, and meaning.Intimate, stylistically masterful, brilliantly translated and assembled, and brimming with the passion of Rilke, Letters on Life is a font of wisdom and a perfect book for all occasions.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom - Thryft
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Bill Martin Jr., Lois Ehlert, John Archambault  | Little Simon

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

$5.68

Goodreads rating: 4.25

$5.68

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this Classic Board Book edition of the rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years!A told B,and B told C,“I’ll meet you at thetop of the coconut tree”In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.
The Merchant of Venice (new edition) - Thryft
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Elizabeth Seely, John Seely, Stuart McKeown  | Heinemann Educational Books

The Merchant of Venice (new edition)

$6.67

Goodreads rating: 3.78

$6.67

The Merchant of Venice (new edition) (Heinemann Shakespeare) [Hardcover] Seely, John; Seely, Elizabeth and McKeown, Stuart
Faust: Pt. 2 - Thryft
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, David Luke  | Oxford University Press

Faust: Pt. 2

$3.99

Goodreads rating: 3.67

$3.99

This is a new translation of Faust, Part Two by David Luke, whose translation of Faust, Part I was the winner of the European Poetry Translation Prize. Here, Luke expertly imitates the varied verse-forms of the original, and provides a highly readable and actable translation which includes anintroduction, full notes, and an index of classical mythology.
The Consolation of Philosophy - Thryft
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Boethius, Peter Walsh  | Oxford University Press

The Consolation of Philosophy

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Goodreads rating: 4.02

$4.86

Boethius composed De Consolation Philosophiae in the sixth century A.D. while awaiting death by torture, condemned on a charge of plotting against Gothic rule, which he protested as manifestly unjust. Though a Christian, Boethius details the true end of life as the soul's knowledge of God, and consoles himself with the tenets of Greek philosophy, not with Christian precepts. Written in a form called Meippean Satire that alternates between prose and verse, Boethius' work often consists of a story told by Ovid or Horace to illustrate the philosophy being expounded. The Consolation of Philosophy dominated the intellectual world of the Middle Ages; it inspired writers as diverse Thomas Aquinas, Jean de Meun, and Dante. In England it was rendered into Old English by Alfred the Great, into Middle English by Geoffrey Chaucer, and later Queen Elizabeth I made her own translation. The circumstances of composition, the heroic demeanor of the author, and the Meippean texture of part prose, part verse have been a fascination for students of philosophy, literature, and religion ever since.
Selected Poetry - Thryft
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Gerard Manley Hopkins, Catherine Phillips  | Oxford University Press

Selected Poetry

$5.06

Goodreads rating: 4.25

$5.06

Gerard Manley Hopkins (1844-89) is now recognized as a major poet of striking originality and is widely admired for his particularly vivid expression of feeling. This selection, chosen from the award-winning Oxford Authors critical edition, includes most of the larger fragments and all of his major English poems, such as "The Blessed Virgin," "No Worst," "The Windhover," "Pied Beauty" and "The Wreck of the Deutschland." The poems are illuminated further by extensive Notes and a useful Introduction to Hopkins's life and poetry.About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
Faust: Pt.1 - Thryft
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe | Penguin

Faust: Pt.1

$6.42

Goodreads rating: 3.85

$6.42

The translation of American poet Randall Jarrell of Faust, Part One. The photograph of the cover here is incorrect, as it shows the front of a WW Norton edition.
Archy and Mehitabel - Thryft
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Don Marquis | Anchor

Archy and Mehitabel

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Goodreads rating: 4.28

$4.61 $2.00 57% off

91% off est. retail
Archy and Mehitabel could be a good read for anyone who enjoys witty and satirical humor. Don Marquis' unique poetry style and the personification of two lowest creatures on the social scale make the book a delight to read. It's a perfect fit for readers who are looking for light, entertaining but thought-provoking prose that doesn't take itself too seriously.
"Macbeth" - Thryft
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Kenneth Muir, William Shakespeare  | Bloomsbury Arden Shakespeare

"Macbeth"

$6.15

Goodreads rating: 3.9

$6.15

The Arden Shakespeare is the established edition of Shakespeare's work. Justly celebrated for its authoritative scholarship and invaluable commentary, Arden guides you a richer understanding and appreciation of Shakespeare's plays. This edition of Macbeth provides, a clear and authoritative text, detailed notes and commentary on the same page as the text, a full introduction discussing the critical and historical background to the play and appendices presenting sources and relevant extracts.
Songs of Innocence and Experience - Thryft
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Geoffrey Keynes, William Blake  | Oxford University Press

Songs of Innocence and Experience

$4.22

Goodreads rating: 4.09

$4.22

Blake was one of the finest craftsmen of his time, an artist for whom art and poetry were inextricably linked. He was an independent and rebellious thinker, who abhorred pretension and falsity in others. His "Songs of Innocence" are products of this innocent imagination untainted by worldliness, while the "Songs of Experience" resulted from his feelings of indignation and pity for the suffering of mankind.The "Songs of Innocence and of Experience," containing some of Blake's finest and best-loved poems, are present here in the form which satisfied the high expectations of his poetic and artistic aspirations. The fifty-four plates which Blake originally etched and coloured by hand, are faithfully reproduced with the same delicacy and dimensions as the artist created them.
Antigone: WITH Oedipus the King - Thryft
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Edith Hall, Sophocles, H.D.F. Kitto  | Oxford University Press

Antigone: WITH Oedipus the King

$2.78

Goodreads rating: 3.95

$2.78

This volume contains three masterpieces by the Greek playwright Sophocles, widely regarded since antiquity as the greatest of all the tragic poets. The vivid translations, which combine elegance and modernity, are remarkable for their lucidity and accuracy, and are equally suitable for reading for pleasure, study, or theatrical performance. The selection of Antigone, Oedipus the King, and Electra not only offers the reader the most influential and famous of Sophocles' works, it also presents in one volume the two plays dominated by a female heroic figure, and the experience of the two great dynasties featured in Greek tragedy--the houses of Oedipus and Agamemnon.
The Complete Plays of Sophocles : A New Translation - Thryft
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Robert Bagg, Sophocles, James Scully  | Harper Perennial

The Complete Plays of Sophocles : A New Translation

$9.80

Goodreads rating: 4.27

$9.80

Award-winning poet-playwrights Robert Bagg and James Scully presenta gripping new translation of Western literature’s earliest treasures in The Complete Plays of Sophocles. In the tradition of Robert Fagles’ bestselling translations of The Iliad and The Odyssey, and retaining the textual authenticity of Richmond Lattimore’s Aeschylus, Bagg and Scully render Sophocles’ dramas accessible and exciting for the modern reader. Students new to Athenian drama, readers of classical literature, and anyone wishing to kindle anew their passion for Greek tragedy will find no more captivating entrance to these milestones of world literature than in Bagg and Scully’s The Complete Plays of Sophocles.
I Like Myself! - Thryft
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Karen Beaumont, David Catrow  | Clarion Books

I Like Myself!

$8.83

Goodreads rating: 4.3

$8.83

Exuberant rhymes and wild illustrations celebrate self-acceptance and self-love, from the New York Times bestselling creators of I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! High on energy and imagination, this ode to self-esteem encourages kids to appreciate everything about themselves—inside and out. Messy hair? Beaver breath? So what! Here's a little girl who knows what really matters. At once silly and serious, Karen Beaumont's joyous rhyming text and David Catrow's vibrant illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful . . . and straight from the heart. I Like Myself belongs on the shelf alongside such favorites as The World Needs More Purple People and I Am Enough.
Cliges - Thryft
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Chrétien de Troyes, Burton Raffel  | Yale University Press

Cliges

$7.56

Goodreads rating: 3.58

$7.56

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Cliges could be a good read for those interested in medieval literature, romance stories, and character development. Chretien's narrative style provides emotional depth to his characters and the world they live in. Raffel's translation reflects the original work's narrative tone and speed, making it accessible to modern readers. The book is filled with barbs, humor, and bawdiness.
Bones And Murder - Thryft
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Margaret Atwood | Virago Press (uk)

Bones And Murder

$3.45

Goodreads rating: 3.88

$3.45

In this collection of miscellaneous writings by Margaret Atwood, Gertrude describes what really happened in Hamlet, an ugly sister and a wicked stepmother put in a good word for themselves, and a reincarnated bat explains how Bram Stoker got Dracula hopelessly wrong.
The Book of Songs - Thryft
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Stephen Owen, Arthur Waley  | Grove

The Book of Songs

$7.38

Goodreads rating: 3.96

$7.38

One of the five Confucian classics, The Book of Songs (Shijing) is the oldest collection of poetry in world literature and the finest treasure of traditional songs left from antiquity. Where the other Confucian classics treat “outward things: deeds, moral precepts, the way the world works,” as Stephen Owen tells us in his foreword, The Book of Songs is “the classic of the human heart and the human mind.”
The Monkey and the Monk : An Abridgment of The Journey to the West - Thryft
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Anthony C. Yu, Wu Cheng'en  | University Of Chicago Press

The Monkey and the Monk : An Abridgment of The Journey to the West

$11.10

Goodreads rating: 3.84

$11.10

Anthony C. Yu’s celebrated translation of The Journey to the West reinvigorated one of Chinese literature’s most beloved classics for English-speaking audiences when it first appeared thirty years ago. Yu’s abridgment of his four-volume translation, The Monkey and the Monk , finally distills the epic novel’s most exciting and meaningful episodes without taking anything away from their true spirit. These fantastic episodes recount the adventures of Xuanzang, a seventh-century monk who became one of China’s most illustrious religious heroes after traveling for sixteen years in search of Buddhist scriptures. Powerfully combining religious allegory with humor, fantasy, and satire, accounts of Xuanzang’s journey were passed down for a millennium before culminating in the sixteenth century with The Journey to the West . Now, readers of The Monkey and the Monk can experience the full force of his lengthy quest as he travels to India with four animal disciples, most significant among them a guardian-monkey known as “the Great Sage, Equal to Heaven.” Moreover, in its newly streamlined form, this acclaimed translation of a seminal work of world literature is sure to attract an entirely new following of students and fans. “A new translation of a major literary text which totally supersedes the best existing version. . . . It establishes beyond contention the position of The Journey to the West in world literature, while at the same time throwing open wide the doors to interpretive study on the part of the English audience.”— Modern Language Notes , on the unabridged translation
The Ramayana : A Shortened Modern Prose Version Of The Indian Epic - Thryft
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R.K. Narayan, John Lee, Pankaj Mishra  | Penguin Classics

The Ramayana : A Shortened Modern Prose Version Of The Indian Epic

$7.30

Goodreads rating: 3.91

$7.30

The Ramayana is, quite simply, the greatest of Indian epics - and one of the world's supreme masterpieces of storytelling 'Almost every individual living in India,' writes R. K. Narayan in the Introduction to this new interpretation, 'is aware of the story of The Ramayana. Everyone of whatever age, outlook, education or station in life knows the essential part of the epic and adores the main figures in it - Rama and Sita. Every child is told the story at bedtime . . . The Ramayana pervades our cultural life.' Although the Sanskrit original was composed by Valmiki, probably around the fourth century BC, poets have produced countless variant versions in different languages. Here, drawing his inspiration from the work of an eleventh-century Tamil poet called Kamban, Narayan has used the talents of a master novelist to recreate the excitement and joy he has found in the original. It can be enjoyed and appreciated, he suggests, for its psychological insight, its spiritual depth and its practical wisdom - or just as a thrilling tale of abduction, battle and courtship played out in a universe thronged with heroes, deities and demons.
Leaves of Grass - Thryft
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Walt Whitman, Malcolm Cowley  | Penguin Classics

Leaves of Grass

$7.16

Goodreads rating: 4.1

$7.16

“I am large, I contain multitudes”A Penguin Classic When Walt Whitman self-published his Leaves of Grass in July 1855, he altered the course of literary history. One of the greatest masterpieces of American literature, it redefined the rules of poetry while describing the soul of the American character. Throughout his great career, Whitman continuously revised, expanded, and republished Leaves of Grass , but many critics believe that the book that matters most is the 1855 original. Penguin Classics proudly presents that text in its original and complete form, with an introductory essay by the writer and poet Malcolm Cowley.“I celebrate myself, and sing myself,And what I assume you shall assume,For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you.”For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
"The Merchant of Venice" - Thryft
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John Russell Brown, William Shakespeare  | Arden

"The Merchant of Venice"

$8.93

Goodreads rating: 3.78

$8.93

The Arden Shakespeare is the established edition of Shakespeare's work. Justly celebrated for its authoritative scholarship and invaluable commentary, Arden guides you a richer understanding and appreciation of Shakespeare's plays. This edition of The Merchant of Venice provides, a clear and authoritative text, detailed notes and commentary on the same page as the text, a full introduction discussing the critical and historical background to the play and appendices presenting sources and relevant extracts.
Songs of Innocence and Experience - Thryft
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Geoffrey Keynes, William Blake  | Oxford University Press

Songs of Innocence and Experience

$4.22

Goodreads rating: 4.09

$4.22

Blake was one of the finest craftsmen of his time, an artist for whom art and poetry were inextricably linked. He was an independent and rebellious thinker, who abhorred pretension and falsity in others. His "Songs of Innocence" are products of this innocent imagination untainted by worldliness, while the "Songs of Experience" resulted from his feelings of indignation and pity for the suffering of mankind.The "Songs of Innocence and of Experience," containing some of Blake's finest and best-loved poems, are present here in the form which satisfied the high expectations of his poetic and artistic aspirations. The fifty-four plates which Blake originally etched and coloured by hand, are faithfully reproduced with the same delicacy and dimensions as the artist created them.
Julius Caesar - Thryft
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William Shakespeare | Penguin

Julius Caesar

$3.88

Goodreads rating: 3.7

$3.88

This is a title in an inexpensive range of classics in the "Penguin Popular Classics" series."There is a tide in the affairs of men,Which, taken at the flood, leads on to fortune"Following a successful campaign in Spain, Julius Caesar returns to Rome and is offered the crown. Fearing for the Republic, Cassius heads a conspiracy to murder Caesar, enlisting the noble Brutus to his ranks.With Caesar dead, Mark Anthony turns popular opinion against the conspirators, leaving the audience to question the nature of honour, ambition and integrity as depicted in the characters of Caesar and Brutus.This edition of the text contains notes, a glossary, and an introduction.
Hamlet - Thryft
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William Shakespeare | Wordsworth Editions Ltd.

Hamlet

$3.88

Goodreads rating: 4.02

$3.88

Edited, Introduced and Annotated by Cedric Watts, Professor of English Literature, University of Sussex. The Wordsworth Classics' Shakespeare Series presents a newly-edited sequence of William Shakespeare's works. The Textual editing takes account of recent scholarship while giving the material a careful reappraisal. Hamlet is not only one of Shakespeare's greatest plays, but also the most fascinatingly problematical tragedy in world literature. First performed around 1600, this a gripping and exuberant drama of revenge, rich in contrasts and conflicts. Its violence alternates with introspection, its melancholy with humour, and its subtlety with spectacle. The Prince, Hamlet himself, is depicted as a complex, divided, introspective character. His reflections on death, morality and the very status of human beings make him 'the first modern man'. Countless stage productions and numerous adaptations for the cinema and television have demonstrated the continuing cultural relevance of this vivid, enigmatic, profound and engrossing drama.
The Merchant of Venice - Thryft
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William Shakespeare | Signet Classics

The Merchant of Venice

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This Book is Brand new international softcover edition delivered within 7-12 working days via UPS/USPS/DHL and FEDEX.(FOR SALE ONLY U.S. & U.K.)
Love Gathers All : The Philippines-Singapore Anthology of Love Poetry - Thryft
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Ramon C. Sunico | Ethos Books

Love Gathers All : The Philippines-Singapore Anthology of Love Poetry

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Love in its many forms has historically been the touchstone of great poetry, from Li Bai to Rumi, Shakespeare to Neruda.As a first-ever joint literary venture between the Philippines and Singapore, Love Gathers All breaks new ground. In this cross-cultural project, 127 love poems by 93 poets in both countries are published side by side in one volume, together with a selection of beautiful illustrations that invokes and celebrates the tribulations and ecstasies of love.This unique publication will be a firm foundation of the cultural bridge that is being built between two close ASEAN neighbours.This book is jointly published by Anvil Publishing (Manila) and Ethos Books (Singapore).
Paradise Lost and Other Poems - Thryft
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John Milton, Regina Marler, Edward Le Comte  | Signet

Paradise Lost and Other Poems

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With the three works included in this volume-- Paradise Lost, Samson Agonistes, and Lycidas --Milton placed himself next to Shakespeare, Dante, and Homer as one of the greatest literary genius in history.
Selected Poems
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Carol Ann Duffy | Penguin Books Limited

Selected Poems

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If you're drawn to poetry that speaks with a raw, vibrant voice about the human experience, this collection will be a treasure. Carol Ann Duffy masterfully weaves her thoughts and observations into verse that's both accessible and profound, making this a compelling read for anyone looking to immerse themselves in contemporary poetry. Each poem is a window into a different facet of life, inviting reflection and connection.
The Taming of the Shrew: The Oxford Shakespeare - Thryft
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H.J. Oliver, William Shakespeare  | Oxford University Press

The Taming of the Shrew: The Oxford Shakespeare

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One of Shakespeare's most rollicking and beloved comedies, The Taming of the Shrew was also one of his earliest, probably written about 1592. The introduction to this edition offers a full and original consideration of the play's textual problems, a study of sources, a survey of scholarship and criticism, with the editor's own critical appreciation, and a study of the comedy's fortunes in the theatre.About the For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
Tree of Codes - Thryft
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Jonathan Safran Foer | Visual Editions

Tree of Codes

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Tree of Codes is a haunting new story by best-selling American writer, Jonathan Safran Foer. With a different die-cut on every page, Tree of Codes explores previously unchartered literary territory. Initially deemed impossible to make, the book is a first — as much a sculptural object as it is a work of masterful storytelling. Tree of Codes is the story of an enormous last day of life — as one character's life is chased to extinction, Foer multi-layers the story with immense, anxious, at times disorientating imagery, crossing both a sense of time and place, making the story of one person’s last day everyone’s story. Inspired to exhume a new story from an existing text, Jonathan Safran Foer has taken his "favorite" book, The Street of Crocodiles by Polish-Jewish writer Bruno Schulz, and used it as a canvas, cutting into and out of the pages, to arrive at an original new story told in Jonathan Safran Foer's own acclaimed voice.
Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello - Thryft
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Roma Gill, William Shakespeare  | Oxford University Press

Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello

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Oxford School Shakespeare is an acclaimed series especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes that are easy to find and crystal clear. Each volume also includes decorative and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, rigorous but accessible commentary, up-to-date reading lists, the addresses of relevant websites, and classroom notes - all to help students to better appreciate the great works of Shakespeare. Now the six most popular books in the series have received a fresh new look.
The Prophet - Thryft
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Kahlil Gibran | Arrow Books

The Prophet

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Goodreads rating: 4.23

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Kahlil Gibran’s masterpiece, The Prophet, is one of the most beloved classics of our time. Published in 1923, it has been translated into more than twenty languages, and the American editions alone have sold more than nine million copies.The Prophet is a collection of poetic essays that are philosophical, spiritual, and, above all, inspirational. Gibran’s musings are divided into twenty-eight chapters covering such sprawling topics as love, marriage, children, giving, eating and drinking, work, joy and sorrow, housing, clothes, buying and selling, crime and punishment, laws, freedom, reason and passion, pain, self-knowledge, teaching, friendship, talking, time, good and evil, prayer, pleasure, beauty, religion, and death.
Pillow Thoughts - Thryft
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Courtney Peppernell | Andrews Mcmeel Publishing

Pillow Thoughts

$7.56

Goodreads rating: 3.82

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Make a cup of tea and let yourself feel.Pillow Thoughts is a collection of poetry and prose about heartbreak, love, and raw emotions. It is divided into sections to read when you feel you need them most.
Therigatha Poems of the first Buddhist Women - Thryft
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Charles Hallisey | Harvard Business Publishing

Therigatha Poems of the first Buddhist Women

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Goodreads rating: 4.11

$28.80 $17.28 40% off

This book is a must-read for those interested in Buddhist teachings. The poems offer insight into the experiences of women who followed the Buddha, providing a unique perspective on an often male-dominated field. The verses are reflective and powerful, leaving a lasting impact on readers long after they finish the book.

Immerse yourself in the world of Poetry

At Thryft, we value the power of words. Poetry can encapsulate feelings that are hard to express, offering solace and clarity. Our collection includes timeless classics, vibrant modern works, and significant contributions from local poets. Delve into these verses to enrich your mind and soul. Whether you're a poetry novice or a seasoned reader, find the perfect piece that speaks to you.