The Best Australian Poems reveal the impressive depth, diversity and boldness of this country’s poetic talent. For the second year in a row, award-winning poet, critic and academic Sarah Holland-Batt selects Australia’s finest poems, from both rising stars and well-known figures, presenting a dazzling array of themes and styles. Previous contributors include Judith Beveridge, Stephen Edgar, Fiona Wright, Clive James, Lisa Gorton, Robert Adamson, Dorothy Porter, John Kinsella, David Malouf, Cate Kennedy and Les Murray. Australian poetry. | Anthologies. | Australian