'Thirty-eight poets, from Shakespeare to Judith Wright, are represented in this handsome, chronological collection. . . eclectic in its selection, this collection is an inviting, durable introduction to a broad range of poetry.' School Library Journal
'A remarkable range of illustrations--evocative, humorous, strikingly graphic--accompanies favorite poems.' Publishers Weekly
'This handsome edition introduces major poets through works accessible to young people . . . few anthologies for this age group include such a fine selection of works from beyond the childhood classics, introduce the poets so vividly, or provide such a rich collection of haunting illustrations.' Booklist