Love poems didn’t start as private confessions. For much of their history, they were closer to public performances—tools for politics, status, ...

A framed poster of a stamp depicting Langston Hughes, who wrote some of the best poems in American history. Poetry provides the perfect way to indulge in the escapism of reading without the commitment ...

Throughout history, poets have captured the essence of love, desire, longing, and devotion in their verses. Romantic poetry transcends time, offering readers a glimpse into the depth of human emotions ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Nearly 200 years ago, Oberlin was an important stop on Underground Railroad, which helped enslaved persons escape to freedom. Now, a day filled with social justice poetry — which ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Maya Angelou, an influential visual poet, and civil rights activist, remains a cornerstone in Black history. Her work inspires ...

As the season of love approaches, many express their affection through chocolates, teddy bears or love sonnets and poems. One poet, however, stands out from the rest, not just for her reflections on ...

Iris Murdoch, the formidable Irish and British novelist and philosopher, died in 1999. Since then, the Murdoch industry has ...

Local nonprofit CARES held its 12th Black History Month Poetry Slam today. The event, held at A merican Legion Post 80, welcomed over 100 community members for an afternoon of poetry, music, and camar ...