Selected Poems

Explore the profound artistry of Galway Kinnell in his celebrated collection, Selected Poems, published by Bloodaxe Books Ltd in 2001. This carefully curated edition draws from eight of Kinnell's distinguished collections, spanning from his debut, What a Kingdom It Was (1960), to Imperfect Thirst (1994). With a total of 192 pages, this International paperback edition not only showcases the depth of Kinnell’s poetic voice but also celebrates the essence of modern American poetry. Renowned for winning both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award with his previous Selected Poems, Kinnell’s work resonates with beauty and introspection. Dive into a world of lyrical mastery and emotional insight that has made him one of the leading voices in contemporary poetry.