House Called Tomorrow

50 Years of Poetry from Copper Canyon Press

English language

Published April 4, 2023 by Copper Canyon Press.

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978-1-55659-662-9
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Poetry is vital to language and living. This anthology celebrates 50 years of Copper Canyon Press publications, one extraordinary poem at a time. Since its founding, Copper Canyon has been entirely dedicated to publishing poetry books; here Editor in Chief Michael Wiegers invites press staff and board—past and present—to help curate a retrospective. The result is a collection of beloved poems from books spanning half a century: representing Pulitzer Prize-winning books, debut collections, works in translation, and rare books from Copper Canyon’s early days. This book is a tribute to Copper Canyon poets and readers everywhere, because, as Gregory Orr writes, “Certain poems / In an uncertain world— / The ones we cling to: // They bring us back.”

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I really enjoyed this collection from fifty years of Copper Canyon Press poetry. It was interesting to see the shift in styles and topics as the years progressed, and having it all in one place helped me analyze the poetry I like best versus what doesn't turn me on. There are over 300 poems in this collection, so if you're looking to find a new-to-you poet to read, this is a great anthology to give you choices.