Rediscover One of Poetry's Most Enduring Forms: The Sonnet

New Literary Seminar:
Anahid Nersessian on the History of the Sonnet
 
Delve into the history and lasting allure of the sonnet—from its origins in the Arabic to its popularization by the Italian poet Petrarch, all the way to twentieth- and twenty-first century experiments with the form by Ted Berrigan, Gwendolyn Brooks, Terrance Hayes, Bernadette Mayer, Wendy Trevino, and many others.

Instructor: Anahid Nersessian
Three sessions: Jan. 15, 22 & 29
2:30–3:45 p.m. EST 
Live over Zoom with recordings available
 
Book your spot
Become a member of the Academy to receive 20% off tuition.

For information on how to register, apply for a scholarship, access recordings and course materials, and more, visit the Literary Seminars FAQ page. For information about additional seminars being offered by the Academy, visit the Literary Seminars homepage.
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