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In Search of Global Poet: A Journey Through the World's Literary Landscapes

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In Search of Global Poet is a journey through the world's literary landscapes, exploring the lives and works of some of the most influential poets of all time. From the ancient Greek bards to the modern masters, this book provides a fascinating insight into the creative process and the power of words.

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The book begins with a look at the origins of poetry in ancient Greece, where the first poets were storytellers and singers who performed their works at festivals and gatherings. From there, the book travels to Rome, where poets such as Virgil and Horace wrote epic poems that celebrated the grandeur of the Roman Empire. In the Middle Ages, poetry was used to express religious devotion, with poets such as Dante and Chaucer writing works that explored the themes of love, loss, and redemption.

The Renaissance saw a renewed interest in classical literature, and poets such as Shakespeare and Milton wrote sonnets, plays, and epics that celebrated the human spirit. In the 18th century, the Romantic poets such as Wordsworth and Coleridge turned to nature for inspiration, writing poems that explored the beauty and wonder of the natural world. In the 19th century, the Realist poets such as Dickens and Eliot wrote poems that depicted the everyday lives of ordinary people.

In the 20th century, poetry became increasingly experimental, with poets such as Ezra Pound and T.S. Eliot breaking away from traditional forms and structures. In the post-World War II era, poets such as Allen Ginsberg and Sylvia Plath wrote poems that explored the themes of alienation, loss, and despair. In the contemporary era, poets such as Louise Glück and Billy Collins have continued to push the boundaries of poetry, writing poems that are both personal and universal.