She is Fierce
Brave, Bold and Beautiful Poems by Women
(Author) Ana SampsonA stunning gift book containing 150 bold, brave and beautiful poems by women - from classic, well loved poets to innovative and bold modern voices. From suffragettes to school girls, from spoken word superstars to civil rights activists, from aristocratic ladies to kitchen maids, these are voices that deserve to be heard. Collected by anthologist Ana Sampson She is Fierce: Brave, Bold and Beautiful Poems by Women contains an inclusive array of voices, from modern and contemporary poets. Immerse yourself in poems from Maya Angelou, Nikita Gill, Wendy Cope, Ysra Daley-Ward, Emily Bronte, Carol Ann Duffy, Fleur Adcock, Liz Berry, Jackie Kay, Hollie McNish, Imtiaz Dharker, Helen Dunmore, Emily Dickinson, Mary Oliver, Christina Rossetti, Margaret Atwood and Dorothy Parker, to name but a few! Featuring short biographies of each poet, She is Fierce is a stunning collection and an essential addition to any bookshelf. The anthology is divided into the following sections: Roots and Growing Up Friendship Love Nature Freedom, Mindfulness and Joy Fashion, society and body image Protest, courage and resistance Endings 'Covering everything from love and freedom to protest and body images, dip in and embrace words of beauty on a daily basis.' - Stylist 'Women sometimes get overlooked in poetry anthologies, but She is Fierce more than makes up for it.' - Independent
Ana Sampson
Ana Sampson is a British author known for her poetry anthologies and literary adaptations. She has curated several collections of poems on various themes, such as love, nature, and the human experience. Sampson's works often feature a modern twist on classic poetry, making them accessible to a wide audience. Her most notable works include "Poems That Make Grown Men Cry" and "She is Fierce: Brave, Bold and Beautiful Poems by Women." Sampson's contributions to literature lie in her ability to bring together diverse voices and perspectives, showcasing the power of poetry to connect and inspire. Her impact on the literary genre is evident in her ability to engage readers with timeless themes and emotions through the art of poetry.