In this fascinating and comprehensive survey, a distinguished Australian poet takes us on a guided tour of his country's verse from the early days of European settlement to 1990. Les Murray, considered by many as one of the finest poets writing in English today, stirred some controversy in 1986 when the first edition of this anthology appeared; his selection of poems in this newly revised edition is as bold and exciting as ever. Avoiding biographical and critical commentary to focus on the poetry itself, Murray revives ...
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In this fascinating and comprehensive survey, a distinguished Australian poet takes us on a guided tour of his country's verse from the early days of European settlement to 1990. Les Murray, considered by many as one of the finest poets writing in English today, stirred some controversy in 1986 when the first edition of this anthology appeared; his selection of poems in this newly revised edition is as bold and exciting as ever. Avoiding biographical and critical commentary to focus on the poetry itself, Murray revives poets neglected or long-forgotten, and offers many delightful discoveries for the first time: the new edition includes thirty-two additional poems by the most acclaimed poets to emerge over the last five years. In addition, the book abounds in ballad and folk verse, and offers more Aboriginal poetry and translated song-texts than any other book. While Murray includes all the old favorites he has made provocative selections as well, aiming always at a freshness and surprise that gives his book a balance absent from similar volumes. Original and completely accessible, The New Oxford Book of Australian Poetry belongs on the bookshelves of all lovers of literature in English.
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