The Universe is One Poem: Four Poets Talk Poetry

by Penny Kemp, George Ed Swede

In an easy, conversational style, four leading Canadian poets talk about the teaching and creation of poetry, using examples from their own and students' work. The four authors discuss the evolution of a poem, including the development of poetic ideas, and the use of imagery and sound. The Universe is One Poem provides valuable help for teachers and their students, as they explore the challenging but rewarding field of poetry. The authors, all published poets and educators, have particular skill at imparting their love of poetry and helping students to express themselves. Their aim is "to rekindle or keep alive interest in poetry among elementary and high-school students."

120 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 1990

Reviews

[George Swede · Rating 5 out of 5]

Penn Kemp is NOT the editor of this anthology, George Swede is. On the real cover of the book, he is described as the editor on both the front cover and the spine. Furthermore, the title of the anthology is based on one of Swede's one-line poems "the universe is one poem."

One more thing--"Penn" is Kemp's real first name, not "Penny."