The Yale Younger Poets Anthology

George Bradley's collection of the Yale Series of Younger Poets is an eclectic gathering of some of the best poetry produced by young, first time writers. Throughout the book, the voice of a distinct decade can be heard: from the tumultuous and forboding echoes of World War II to the radical tension of the sixties. Each poet is introduced with a concise biography and a brief comment on his or her poetry by Bradley. This book gives the reader an opportunity to view the early works of some of the greats: W.S. Merwin, John Hollander, John Ashbery, Adrienne Rich, Robert Hass, and many others. Though the selections are brief, they are rich in their content. A must for every poetry reader seeking to discover the fledgling works of well known and not-so well known poets alike.