New Directions in Contemporary Australian Poetry

This book explores the future of Australian poetry by engaging in a dialogue between poets, focusing on themes such as indigeneity, political landscapes, space, place, and materiality. It challenges Eurocentrism and white privilege and asserts new possibilities for creative responsiveness within the Australian sensorium.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 279 pages
Publication date: 06 October 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate and multifaceted realm of Australian poetry, seeking to unravel the threads that shape its future. With a deliberate design as a vibrant dialogue between poets, it presents four distinct clusters that explore the core themes of "Indigeneities," "Political Landscapes," "Space, Place, Materiality," and "Revising an Australian Mythos." These clusters serve as models for the ongoing growth and unity of poetic communities in Australia, fostering alliances around shared ideas.

In this exploration, the book confronts the ethical dilemmas inherent in creative production within a society that prioritizes capital over culture, property over community. Each of the twenty essays in this anthology takes a definitive stand against Eurocentrism and white privilege, pushing the boundaries of Australian poetry beyond the confines of Western dominance. By challenging nationalizing mythologies that have, for centuries, instrumentalized and endangered our lands, this book opens up new avenues for creative responsiveness within the Australian sensorium.

Through its engaging and thought-provoking content, this book offers a valuable contribution to the ongoing discourse on the future of Australian poetry. It serves as a compass for poets, scholars, and readers alike, guiding them toward a more inclusive and diverse poetic landscape that celebrates the rich tapestry of Australian culture and heritage.

Weight: 389g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030762896
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021