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Adapted from Homer's ancient Greek poem, The Odyssey will star Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway and Zendaya, and Nolan played a key section of the film featuring the Trojan Horse at CinemaCon.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
There are echoes throughout of Gil Scott-Heron’s 1970 poem “Whitey on the Moon,” which feels like it could have been written last week.
From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026
No feedback was as creative as this poem from Matthew Kelly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
He took inspiration from Thomas for the caption, with "green and golden" also featured in the poem to describe the speaker's happiness at being surrounded by nature.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
Just like the wee mousie in the poem by Mr. Robert Burns, it seemed as if Penelope’s best-laid plans were being thwarted at every turn.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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Reading: Literature - Poetry - Introductory
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Reading: Literature - Poetry - Middle School
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Reading: Literature - Middle School
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