Interesting Literature aims to "uncover the little-known interesting facts about the world of books, and to shine a light on some of the more curious aspects of literature." The blog is edited (and largely authored) by Oliver Tearle, a lecturer in nineteenth- and twentieth-century literature at Loughborough University in the United Kingdom. The site is updated almost daily and features accessible and incisive analyses of poems; lists (such as "10 Very Short American Poems Everyone Should Read"), biographical sketches of literary figures, and more. Tearle is skilled at identifying engaging tidbits and providing literary analysis in a manner that is illuminating and jargon-free, requiring no expertise in literature or history. As a result, his website will be of interest to poetry fans as well as those looking to dip their toe into the literary world. Those who enjoy this website should note that Tearle has also authored three books, most recently The Secret Library: A Book Lover's Journey Through the Curiosities of History"
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