"In The Silk Dragon II, National Book Award-winning poet Arthur Sze presents a sophisticated vision of the vitality, diversity, and power of the Chinese poetic tradition. Traveling over one and a half millennia, Sze guides readers through a luminous history of verse, from the contemplative insights of fifth century poet Tao Qian, through Tang dynasty poets such as Wang Wei and Du Fu, and into subsequent centuries in which lived such innovative artists...

Six years on from a failed marriage and with her son Ben now enjoying University life, Cassie finds herself at an inevitable crossroads and struggling to work out what her purpose is. Counting Ben as her only successful achievement in her life so far doesn't give her a great track record; but it also means she has nothing to lose by putting everything into a move to Brighton. Actively encouraged by Ben and her closest friend Lucy she goes looking...

The controversial comedic play from a master dramatist that shattered social conventions in England. Oscar Wilde's most brilliant tour de force, a witty and buoyant comedy of manners, has delighted millions with countless productions since its first performance at London's St. James' Theatre in 1895. The Importance of Being Earnest is celebrated not only for the lighthearted ingenuity of its plot, but also for its inspired dialogue, rich with scintillating...

Experience the wit of Wilde in these four delightfully satiric plays-including his masterpiece, The Importance of Being Earnest. In the late nineteenth century, Oscar Wilde's plays were the toast of London, celebrated for the Irish playwright's mischievous wit, pointed social satire, and gift for energetic farce. Lady Windermere's Fan: Gossip leads Lady Windermere to believe her husband is having an affair, and when the woman in question appears at...

"King Henry the Fourth - Parts I and II" are two of most popular and celebrated of William Shakespeare's history plays and feature some of the finest characters in the canon, including the troubled monarch Henry IV, the choleric rebel Hotspur, Henry's profligate and wastrel son Hal and the larger-than-life braggart and drunkard Sir John Falstaff. At the outset of the story, there is unrest in England. The previous king, Richard, is dead and...

William Shakespeare's epic three-part chronicle of the events known as the Wars of the Roses, "Henry the Sixth Parts I-III" are among the finest of his history plays and features some of his most beloved characters, including "Mad" Queen Margaret and the scheming Duke of Gloucester, who will go on to become the infamous King Richard III in a later play. Here, the story picks up after the death of King Henry V, who has left behind his infant...

In "Merging Hearts," emotions intertwine in a delicate dance of words and rhythm. This poetry collection delves into the depths of love, loss, hope, and longing. Each poem is a brushstroke on the canvas of the heart, capturing fleeting moments of connection and introspection. Through vivid imagery and poignant reflections, this collection invites readers on a journey through the labyrinth of human experience, where every heartbeat echoes with the...

The Poet's Craft by Karoliina Kadakas is a captivating journey into the heart of poetry, where words are meticulously woven to explore the depths of human emotion. With a delicate balance of light and shadow, this collection captures the essence of life's fleeting moments and the enduring beauty found in the ordinary. Kadakas's poetry speaks with a voice both timeless and contemporary, drawing the reader into a world where every line is an invitation...

"The Essence of Love" is a collection of poems that explores the many facets of love in its purest forms. From the delicate whisper of a first kiss to the profound silence of a heart left longing, these verses capture the beauty, pain, and transformative power of love. Each poem invites the reader to journey through the depths of emotion, celebrating love's enduring spirit and the moments that define our most intimate connections. Whether it's the...