Review - 100 Poems: Old and New
Disclaimer: I received this book free from Cambridge University Press in exchange for an honest review. I did not receive any form of compensation. One thing that I have always loved was good poetry. I have been forever fascinated by the way in which ancient wordsmiths could spin phrases into such beautiful verses. This book showcases Rudyard Kiplings talent in a way that no other can. 100 Poems: Old and New houses 25 old well loved verses as well as 75 that had only been published once or twice in the past. Most of the 75 "new" poems have not been seen in decades. Many vanished with the magazines of yore. There were so many wonderful poems in this book that it was very hard to choose a favorite amongst them. I know that I absolutely loved the poem entitled "The King". This showcases how too many times we, as a collective whole, spend our time looking back towards days gone by instead of focusing on the shiny and new days we are experiencing now. Kipling r