A major new anthology of recent American poetry, featuring generous selections of the work of 25 extraordinary poets born since World War II, with thoughtful introductions and annotations. In language of striking originality and beauty, these poets illuminate the complexities of contemporary life and chart the contours of the American landscape.
Agha Shahid Ali - Pamela Alexander - Bruce Beasley
Robin Behn - Linda Bierds - Marianne Boruch - Mark Doty
Rita Dove - Norman Dubie - Beckian Fritz Goldberg
Linda Gregerson - Bob Hicok - Yusef Komunyakaa - Larry Levis
Thomas Lux - Carol Muske-Dukes - Carl Phillips - Mary Ruefle
David St. John - Susan Stewart - Arthur Sze - Lee Upton
Bruce Weigl - C. D. Wright - Franz Wright