A Poem For Every Night Of The Year: 366 Poems by Allie Esiri - Non Fiction - Hardback
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Title:
A Poem for Every Night of the Year
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781509813131
Overview:
Imagine a bedside companion that transforms every evening into a gentle, almost magical journey through time, memory, and imagination. A Poem for Every Night of the Year, compiled by Allie Esiri, gathers 366 poems into one handsome hardcover, inviting families to share a new verse with each turn of the calendar. Each selection is paired with a brief reflection that links the poem to the date, turning the act of reading into a festive nightly ritual rather than a solitary scroll through lines. The collection maps an emotional coastline—from Shakespeare’s midsummer magic to Maya Angelou’s steady voice on International Women’s Day, and Lewis Carroll’s playful rhythms on April Fool’s Day. It spans centuries and voices—from Alfred, Lord Tennyson, W. B. Yeats, A. A. Milne, and Christina Rossetti to Roger McGough, Carol Ann Duffy, and Benjamin Zephaniah. This isn’t a dry anthology; it’s a warm, inclusive conversation that invites readers of all ages to listen, reflect, and discover. The hardcover build, with generous margins and clear typography, makes it a durable family keepsake—ready for nightly sharing, weekend reading sessions, and year-long re-reads. It’s a year-long tradition in the making.
What Makes This Book Stand Out:
What sets this poetry collection apart is its calendar-tied structure: every poem is anchored to a specific date, turning reading into a living, seasonal dialogue rather than a static shelf object. Esiri’s careful curation blends timeless classics with contemporary voices, ensuring a wide spectrum of moods and perspectives—from lyrical elegies to cheeky verse, from quiet introspection to exuberant wordplay. The book’s accessibility and depth make it ideal for bedtime, classroom read-alouds, or quiet moments of contemplation. Introductions are concise and evocative, designed to spark curiosity without overshadowing the poems themselves, so readers return again and again for the verse itself. The design supports shared reading with readable type and a durable hardcover that stands up to nightly use by curious children, reluctant readers, or poetry enthusiasts. In short, it offers a dependable, year-round reading journey—rewarding both first-time poetry explorers and seasoned verse fans alike, making poetry feel intimate, relevant, and irresistibly giftable.
Who This Book Is Perfect For:
This volume is ideal for families seeking a simple, joyful nightly ritual that foregrounds reading aloud. It suits parents and grandparents aiming to introduce children to poetry with warmth and accessibility, teachers looking for a year-long literacy resource, and gift buyers hunting for a meaningful, enduring present. Its broad appeal also makes it a welcome addition for BookTok fans, poetry lovers, and collectors who want a beautifully curated, year-spanning experience.
Key Highlights:
- 366 poems—one for every night of the year
- Date-tied reflections that connect reading to the calendar
- Blend of timeless classics and contemporary voices
- Accessible, family-friendly reading with generous margins
- Durable hardcover designed for nightly use
- Ideal for bedtime, classroom read-alouds, and personal reflection
- Gifting appeal and collector-worthy presentation
- Celebrates a wide range of moods and perspectives
About the Author:
Allie Esiri is the compiler behind A Poem for Every Night of the Year. Through this volume, she brings together 366 poems from a broad spectrum of poets across centuries, showcasing a passion for making poetry accessible and meaningful for families and readers of all ages. Esiri’s approach emphasizes thoughtful pairing of verses with dates, inviting readers to listen, reflect, and discover anew with each bedtime or shared reading moment. While this collection highlights a diverse array of voices, the unifying thread is her belief in poetry as a living conversation that can enrich daily life and become a cherished family ritual.
Why You’ll Love This Book:
If you’re seeking a thoughtful, lasting gift or a simple way to cultivate a daily reading habit, this hardcover volume delivers. The calendar structure creates anticipation and routine—a comforting ritual that families can look forward to every night. Its durable build, clear typography, and inclusive range of poets make it suitable for reluctant readers and poetry fans alike, while the accompanying reflections deepen engagement and discussion. Whether as a bedtime companion, a classroom resource, or a year-long reading project, this collection rewards curiosity, warms the heart, and becomes a treasured keepsake that families will return to again and again.
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