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In this unique anthology, P.K. Page puts together her favourite

short poems from over 100 of Canada's finest poets. Each was

chosen because it is a tour de force and because its brevity

makes it easy to recall , providing an instantly memorable treas­

ury.

Over 200 poems have been artfully arranged around linked

themes, reacting against each other to create a special insight

into the poetic process and a superb overview of the breadth and

depth of Canadian poetry.

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