By force of her imagination and skill, Emily Dickinson could take the measure of solitude, opprobrium and even damnation.

In 1997, for example, Vivian Gornick wrote that love was no longer the primary narrative conflict of contemporary literature.

These Hollywood pairs knew they'd met their match from day one, from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to David and Victoria ...

Many legends claim to explain the origins of Valentine’s Day, but as is the case with legends, they leave many questions ...

Over the course of nearly two centuries, the American jeweller has become synonymous with romance and engagements. Read more ...

According to one legend, Pope Gelasius wanted to put an end to the debauchery in the late fifth century. He declared Feb. 14 ...

From passionate declarations to quiet devotion, these letters from history's greatest lovers offer a glimpse into their deep ...

Lisa Schnebly Heidinger and Julie Morrison traveled across Arizona, writing poems and prose to document their journey in ...

Throughout history, poets have captured the essence of love, desire, longing, and devotion in their verses. Romantic poetry ...

What is it about love and pain that makes us want to write more than when we are bursting with joy? Why are all of my ...

Explore iconic ‘70s female singers who defined a decade. Discover their timeless music, unforgettable voices and lasting ...

Sassoon and Owen capture in verse the sheer frightfulness of trench warfare; they are the supreme English war poets of their ...