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  Giant

  Mark Rosenblatt

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  'I wanted to put you bang in the picture. Apprise you of the difficulties. Because, in case you hadn't noticed, he's a human fucking boobytrap. And now, guess what, surprise surprise, boom!'
  A world-famous children's author under threat. A battle of wills in the wake of scandal. And a chance to make amends…
  It's the summer of 1983, The Witches is about to hit the shelves and Roald Dahl is making last-minute edits. But the outcry at his recent, explicitly antisemitic article won't die down. Across a single afternoon at his family home, and rocked by an unexpectedly explosive confrontation, Dahl is forced to choose: make a public apology or risk his name and reputation.
  Inspired by real events, Mark Rosenblatt's debut play Giant offers a nuanced portrait of a fiendishly charismatic icon – and explores with dark humour the difference between considered opinion and dangerous rhetoric.
  The play was first performed to great acclaim at the Royal Court Theatre, London, in 2024, directed by Nicholas Hytner with a cast including John Lithgow as Dahl. It transferred to the West End the following year, and won the Olivier and Critics' Circle Awards for Best New Play. Mark Rosenblatt won Best Creative West End Debut at the Stage Debut Awards in 2025.

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  New is Winter

  Mike Blake

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  NEW IS WINTER - *****Its a poem about the first few months of a childs life,when it encounters the Winter snows for the first time in its new life.The initial joy of Winter which we all share as Adults - snowballs, snowmen,the sheer beauty of a Winters day across a landscape.But as the young child starts to experience a little more....*To see more Poems by the same Author please click theLink HERE: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00SG40RM8***** leave your Review/feedback, many thanks. *****To contact the Author: Please add me Mike Miko on Facebook & then message me, thanks. https://www.facebook.com/mike.cco1 I will then contact the Author your behalf. or onTwitter: miko_1_dollar ~ Tumblr : ccobes ~Instagram: wild_poetrys // wild.poetry.websTikTok: wild_poetrysFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/New.Poets.CornerWoW :: https://www.facebook.com/wow.fact/www.wild-poetry.com

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  Simple Gifts

  Anonymous

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  LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Simple Gifts by Anonymous. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 17th, 2010.Several Shaker manuscripts indicate that this is a "Dancing Song" or a "Quick Dance." The references to "turning" in the last two lines have been identified as dance instructions. The melody was used by Aaron Copeland as the basis for Appalachian Spring. (summary by Wikipedia and David Lawrence)

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  Fragment of My Madness - A...

  Yosef Allam Al-Qudsi

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  Fragment of My Madness: A Symphony of Words and Surrealism 
  "I once held dreams and aspirations... but there was no genie within the lamp to grant them, so I crafted these words instead, to be a light." 
  Fragment of My Madness is not merely a book of poetry; it is a profound visual and emotional journey that bridges the gap between the spoken word and the silent canvas. In this unique journey, Yousef invites you into the world of "Adam," a soul navigating the storms of fate, loss, and longing. 
  While the title suggests a descent into "madness," it is actually a climb toward the light. Through a mesmerizing blend of Surrealist Art and evocative verses, the author uses the symbolism of the Lantern to illuminate the shadows of a shattered soul. Here, "madness" is the only logical response to a world that defies reason, and the "Lantern" is the faith that guides the traveler back to peace. 
  From the "French Perfume" of a memory to the "Final Moments" on a hospital bed, each page is a heartbeat. The surrealist illustrations act as a window into a subconscious that refused to be silenced, turning pain into a creative rebellion. 
  Whether you are drawn to the depth of modern Arabic literature or the haunting beauty of surrealist imagery, this book offers a sanctuary for the soulful. It is a testament that while the traveler may depart, the light he carried and the music he played remain eternal.  
  Narrated by the author himself, this audiobook adds a raw, personal dimension to the verses, making every heartbeat audible. 
  Experience a journey where "Madness" becomes a Lantern, and the heart sees what the eyes cannot.

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  The Divine Comedy

  Alighieri Dante

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  "Midway upon the journey of our life, I found myself within a forest dark, for the straightforward pathway had been lost."
  
  Embark on the ultimate pilgrimage of the human soul. Written while in exile, Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy is a towering achievement of world literature, a three-part journey that explores the totality of human experience, sin, and redemption. Guided by the Roman poet Virgil and the idealized Beatrice, Dante travels through the three realms of the afterlife in a quest to understand the justice and love of the divine.
  
  The Architecture of Justice: In Inferno, witness the meticulous "contrapasso"—the symbolic retribution where the punishment fits the crime. From the lustful swept by eternal storms to the treacherous encased in ice, Dante's vision of Hell is as terrifying as it is intellectually profound.
  
  The Path to Enlightenment: Ascend through Purgatorio, a realm of hope and effort, where the weight of worldly sin is slowly washed away. Finally, soar into Paradiso, where Dante transcends the physical world to explore the celestial spheres of heaven. Here, the poem transforms into a breathtaking work of light, geometry, and philosophical wonder, culminating in a vision of the "Love that moves the sun and the other stars."
  
  A Universal Masterpiece: The Divine Comedy is more than a religious text; it is a political satire, a romantic tribute, and a scientific encyclopedia of medieval thought. It remains the definitive map of the human conscience and one of the most beautiful poems ever composed.
  
  Walk the path of the soul. Purchase "The Divine Comedy" today and experience the height of the Western imagination.

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  Hold Tight & Reach Hard - Poetry...

  Darrell Kane

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  "If you've ever wished you could read an Edward Hopper painting, this is a book for you." 
  - Allison Larkin, Best Selling Author of The People We Keep and Home of The American Circus. 
  Hold Tight & Reach Hard: Poetry and Prose is a moving collection that explores the raw edges of life—where pain meets perseverance, where regret gives way to resilience, and where self-doubt is met with the quiet determination to push forward. 
  With an unfiltered, honest voice, Darrell Kane delivers poetry that is meant to be felt, not dissected. From the depths of struggle to the glimmers of hope, these poems navigate love, loss, addiction, mental health, and the everyday battles we fight within ourselves.  
  For readers who appreciate the emotional depth of Rupi Kaur, the raw vulnerability of Sabrina Benaim, and the quiet strength of Mary Oliver, this book is an invitation to hold on, to reach for more, and to find beauty in the struggle. 
  📖 Perfect for fans of: 
  ✔️ Emotional, accessible poetry 
  ✔️ Themes of resilience, self-discovery, and mental health 
  ✔️ Poets like Rupi Kaur, Atticus, and Courtney Peppernell 
  ✔️ A gift for anyone in need of encouragement and understanding

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