How to read - and enjoy - a poem - Vahni Capildeo

The University of York is very proud to host Vahni Capildeo, one of the world’s most influential contemporary poets, as our writer-in-residence. To start us off, Vahni Capildeo talks about how to read, and enjoy, poetry.

Over to you

Consider these prompting questions and let us know what you think in the comments section. You may like to use these questions as a starting point for your comment, or you may choose to answer one specific question – we look forward to hearing from you!

How easy do you find it to read and enjoy a poem? Do you ever find it daunting or difficult?

Do you have any tips to add to Vahni Capildeo’s introduction to reading and enjoying poetry?

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