American Alphabets

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 BeasleyRobin Behn - Linda Bierds - Marianne Boruch - Mark DotyRita Dove - Norman Dubie - Beckian Fritz GoldbergLinda Gregerson - Bob Hicok - Yusef Komunyakaa - Larry LevisThomas Lux - Carol Muske-Dukes - Carl Phillips - Mary RuefleDavid St. John - Susan Stewart - Arthur Sze - Lee UptonBruce Weigl - C. D. Wright - Franz Wright