"The Norton Anthology of Poetry" edited by Margaret Ferguson, Mary Jo Salter and Jon Stallworthy: This book offers a wide range of poets and poetry styles, making it a great starting point for those new to the genre.
"The Poetry of Robert Frost" edited by Edward Connery Lathem: This book provides a comprehensive collection of Frost's most famous and beloved works, along with some lesser-known pieces.
"The Selected Poetry of Langston Hughes" edited by Arnold Rampersad: Hughes was one of the most important poets of the 20th century, and this collection of his work is a great introduction to his style and themes.
"The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson" edited by Thomas H. Johnson: Dickinson's poetry is known for its unique style and imagery, making it a great choice for those interested in exploring different types of poetry.
"The Essential Rumi" translated by Coleman Barks: Rumi is one of the most popular poets in the world, and this collection of his work is a great introduction to his spiritual and philosophical poetry.
"The Love Poems of Rumi" translated by Deepak Chopra and Fereydoun Kia : Rumi is one of the most popular poets in the world, and this collection of his love poetry is a great introduction to his spiritual and philosophical poetry.
"The Poetry of W.B. Yeats" edited by Richard J. Finneran: Yeats is considered one of the greatest poets of the 20th century, and this collection of his work is a great introduction to his style and themes.
"The Poetry of Seamus Heaney" edited by Michael Parker: Heaney is one of the most celebrated poets of our time, and this collection of his work is a great introduction to his style and themes.
It should be noted that this list is not exhaustive and there are many great poetry books out there. These are simply some suggestions to get you started. It's also important to note that everyone has different tastes and different book may appeal to different readers.
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