Publisher's Synopsis
Ian Wedde was immediately recognized as a major new talent in 1971, when his first book won him the New Zealand Book Award. Since then he has confirmed his promise as an important and innovative writer, with 9 volumes of poetry.;This volume, which contains a selection of Ian Wedde's poetry from 1969-1982, is intended as an introduction to his work, demonstrating its range and power.;Poetry enthusiasts and the general reader with an interest in New Zealand