Research Guides: HNR 240: Poetry for the People: Home

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New Poetry Series!

New poetry series, Lunch Time Poems, to launch in Bird Library

Syracuse University Libraries are pleased to announce a series of free noontime poetry readings this semester called Lunch Time Poems. Hosted by University Professor and poet Stephen Kuusisto, the series will feature noted poets from the Syracuse community. All events are open to students, staff, and the general public. See more info.

SUMMON

Use the SUMMON search box on the Libraries website to search for information on poets, poetry topics, information on cultural movements, etc.

Databases

ProQuest
Databases covering a broad range of subject areas including business, economics, education, humanities, literature, news, social sciences, science and technology and more.
Gale Literature: Contemporary Authors
Biographical information about authors of many genres, including fiction, nonfiction, and poetry; includes journalists and scriptwriters.
Sixties: Primary Documents and Personal Narratives 1960-1974
Diaries, letters, autobiographies and memoirs, written and oral histories, memorabilia, and more related to the 1960s through 1970s.
America: History & Life
Articles, books and more covering the history and culture of the United States and Canada

Web Sites

Poets.org
From the Academy of American Poets. Search for information on poets as well as poems.
Harriet the Blog
From the Poetry Foundation. News and features on contemporary poets.