Public Poetics

Discover the thought-provoking collection "Public Poetics" by Bart Vautour, published by Wilfrid Laurier University Press in 2015. This engaging paperback features 375 pages of insightful essays and poetry that tackle some of the most pressing issues within the discipline of poetry in the twenty-first century. Vautour brings together fifteen original essays that explore the complex relationships between “publics,” “poetry,” and “poetics,” all from a uniquely Canadian perspective. The collection challenges the conventional understanding of the nation as a stable concept, inviting readers to rethink and engage with the evolving landscape of contemporary poetry. Ideal for enthusiasts of Canadian literature and critical discourse, "Public Poetics" is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and society.