Websites
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Read what the Academy of American Poets has to say about Britain's Poet Laureate.
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…from Duffy herself! We think we'll go ahead and trust her opinion.
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Anne Hathaway has her own page on Facebook, but not too many fans. In fact, Carol Ann Duffy has more!
Video
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Here's an interview with Carol Ann Duffy about being the first female Poet Laureate.
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Watch as someone else analyzes the poem. We know you prefer Shmoop, but give him a chance.
Audio
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Listen as a woman gives voice to Duffy's poem.
Images
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Check out Mrs. Shakespeare.
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Thinking deep thoughts, of course.
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If so, this cottage has seen a lot of love.
Historical Documents
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Check it out for yourself! Maybe he left you the third best bed...
Books
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Read ‘em all and then decide how Ann stacks up as a poet (in Duffy's eyes, at least).