Poetry appeals more directly to the whole person than prose does. It stimulates our imaginations, arouses our emotions, feeds our intellects and addresses our wills. Perhaps this is why poetry is the preferred mode of communication of the prophets, whose purpose depends on capturing the attention of the listeners and persuading them their message is urgent. —Tremper Longman III, quoted by Tom Grosh Is there anything better than a good mail day? In yesterday's mail, I received a new pair of glasses, a 2-pack of David … [Read more...] about Who are your favorite poets?