This collection of poems presents the best work of acclaimed poet Donald Davie, spanning his long and distinguished career. From early poems written while serving in the British Army during World War II to later works dealing with themes of memory, history, and identity, this selection offers a comprehensive portrait of one of the English language's most thoughtful and accomplished poets.

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