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Poetry Library: A Haven for Poetry Lovers

If you're a poetry enthusiast, then the Poetry Library is the perfect place for you. Located in the Southbank Centre, which comprises of Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room, Hayward Gallery, National Poetry Library and Arts Council Collection. The Southbank Centre is one of the largest arts centres in the UK and one of the nation's top five visitor attractions.

The National Poetry Library is a haven for poetry lovers with its vast collection of over 200,000 items including books, pamphlets and magazines from around the world. It has been collecting poetry since 1953 and has become an essential resource for poets and researchers alike.

The library's collection includes works by both established poets such as T.S Eliot and Sylvia Plath as well as emerging poets from all over the world. The library also houses rare collections such as first editions of William Wordsworth's "Lyrical Ballads" (1798) and Samuel Taylor Coleridge's "Kubla Khan" (1816).

Apart from its extensive collection of books on poetry, visitors can also access audio recordings of readings by famous poets like Seamus Heaney or Maya Angelou. These recordings are available to listen to at any time in one of their listening booths.

In addition to its physical resources, The National Poetry Library also offers online resources that are accessible to anyone with an internet connection. Their website provides access to thousands of poems online along with information about upcoming events related to poetry.

The library hosts regular events such as readings by renowned poets or workshops on writing poetry that are open to everyone interested in learning more about this art form.

For those who want more personalized assistance with their research or writing projects related to poetry can avail themselves through booking a consultation session with one of their experienced librarians who will guide them through their research process or provide feedback on their work-in-progress.

In conclusion, if you're looking for a place where you can immerse yourself in all things poetic - whether it be reading classic works or discovering new voices - then look no further than The National Poetry Library at Southbank Centre!