No, Love Is Not Dead: An Anthology of Love Poetry from Around the World

No, Love Is Not Dead is a powerful anthology of poetry that explores the expression of love over the past two-and-a-half millennia through the words of great poets from different cultures and languages. The book includes over 50 poets, writing in modern, ancient, endangered, and constructed languages, with English translations and commentaries. The anthology offers a diverse range of love stories and perceptions across cultures, providing an insightful insight into historical and present-day perspectives on love.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 04 February 2021
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

A remarkable collection of poetry, "No, Love Is Not Dead," showcases the profound and diverse expressions of love across a span of two and a half millennia, featuring the works of renowned poets from around the world. This anthology, curated by acclaimed authors Kim Hyesoon, Laura Tohe, and Warsan Shire, explores the myriad ways in which love has been captured in the words of great poets, showcasing the rich linguistic diversity of poetry and its unparalleled ability to convey the most intense human emotions.

Spanning a wide range of languages, from Amharic, Akkadian, and Ancient Greek to Yankunytjatjara, Yiddish, and Yoruba, this anthology offers a captivating journey through tales of unlikely love, impossible love, love in various contexts, and diverse forms of love. Through their poignant verses and insightful commentaries, the poets invite readers to reflect on historical and contemporary perceptions of love across cultures.

Featuring over 50 poets, each contributing original works written in diverse languages, including modern, ancient, endangered, and constructed ones, "No, Love Is Not Dead" presents a rich tapestry of poetic voices. Accompanied by English translations and commentaries, the anthology offers a deeper understanding of the nuances and complexities of love, transcending linguistic barriers and fostering a universal appreciation for the power of poetry to convey emotions.

Among the distinguished poets included in this anthology are Apollinaire, Nicole Brossard, Augusto de Campos, Catullus, Chaucer, Dante, Robert Desnos, Ali Cobby Eckermann, Goethe, Kim Hyesoon, Louise Labé, Federico Garcia Lorca, Vladimir Mayakovsky, Miklós Radnóti, Kutti Ravathi, Sappho, Warsan Shire, Laura Tohe, Marina Tsvetaeva, and many others.

The book also showcases a diverse range of languages, reflecting the global nature of love and the richness of cultural expressions. From Akkadian to Spanish, from Ancient Greek to Welsh, each language adds a unique flavor to the poetic landscape, enhancing the reader's experience of love's myriad shades and dimensions.

In the foreword by Laura Tohe, the current Navajo Nation Poet Laureate and Professor Emeritus with Dist., she emphasizes the significance of this anthology in celebrating the power of poetry to connect hearts and bridge cultural divides. Tohe's words provide a poignant backdrop to the poems, highlighting the enduring relevance of love and its ability to inspire, heal, and transform.

"No, Love Is Not Dead" is a testament to the enduring power of poetry and its ability to capture the essence of the human experience. It serves as a reminder that love transcends time, language, and borders, connecting us all on a profound level. This anthology is a must-read for anyone who seeks to explore the depths of love and its profound impact on our lives.

Weight: 464g
Dimension: 146 x 225 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529338522