A Poem for Every Night of the Year is a magnificent collection featuring 366 poems compiled by Allie Esiri, offering one poem to share for every night of the year. This soul-enhancing book is perfect for reading aloud and sharing with the entire family, blending familiar favorites with exciting contemporary voices.

Curated Content and Structure

The collection links each poem, along with introductory paragraphs, to the specific date on which it appears. Experience verses celebrating moments like Shakespeare marking midsummer night, Maya Angelou for International Women's Day, and Lewis Carroll on April Fools' Day.

Key Features/Benefits

• Collection of 366 poems, one for every night of the year.
• Features a spectrum of poets including Alfred, Lord Tennyson, W. B. Yeats, A. A. Milne, Christina Rossetti, Roger McGough, Carol Ann Duffy, and Benjamin Zephaniah.
• Poems are linked to specific dates, such as literary celebrations and holidays.
• Perfect for reading aloud and sharing with family members.
• Recommended reading age: 8+ years.

Specifications

• Brand: MACMILLAN
• Author/Editor: Allie Esiri
• Illustrator: Papio Press
• Binding: Hardcover
• Print Length: 544 pages
• Language: English
• Publication Date: September 8, 2016
• Dimensions: 16.4 x 4.8 x 24.2 cm
• Weight: 1.05 kg (1050g)
• ISBN-13: 978-1509813131

This beautifully presented hardcover edition makes an ideal gift that offers a little bit of magic to read every evening throughout the year.