Intended for the poetry scholar, this collection of essays analyzes the ever changing idea of poetics in contemporary times. The overarching theme concerns the literal language of contemporary poetry, how it has changed, and what that change reflects in our culture. The contributors are all scholars and writers, including Mark Wallace, author of Walking Dreams. The text also includes a critique and response to a new anthology of poetry, American Hybrid. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)