A book-eating moth in the early Middle Ages. A peach blossom during the Renaissance. A haunted palace in the Victorian era. A lament for the hat in contemporary times.

Poetry has been a living form of artistic expression for thousands of years, and poets have found inspiration in everything from swords to stamp albums, candles to cobwebs, manhole covers to the moon.

Award-winning anthologist Paul B. Janeczko and renowned artist Chris Raschka reunite for a look at poems through history inspired by objects reflecting the time in which each poet lived.

• Another terrific poetry anthology from the creators of A Poke in the I, A Kick in the Head, and A Foot in the Mouth.

• Perfect for classrom use: A great introduction to the history of poetry and poetic forms.

• This is Paul Janeczko's 50th book!