“The figure a poem makes. It begins in delight and ends in wisdom.” -Robert Frost Have you ever read a poem and thought: “This doesn’t make any sense?” If you have, don’t worry—you are not alone. In this course, we will unlock the world of poetry through weekly readings, discussions, and recitations of poetic works by some of the most influential and important poets. This course will cover a range of poets, time periods, and styles. With a better understanding of poetry, you will be able to approach all varieties of literature and even your own writing with greater insight and skill. Poets discussed will include William Shakespeare, Emily Dickinson, Edgar Allan Poe, and Wallace Stevens. Students will also have the opportunity to write their own poetry. I hope that you will join our class.