The Poetry Handbook / Edition 2 in Bloomington, MN

This volume is a lucid and entertaining guide to the poet's craft, and an invaluable introduction to practical criticism for students. Chapters on each element of poetry offer a wide-ranging general account and end by looking at different poems, to build up sustained analytical readings.
The second edition—fully revised, expanded, updated, and supported by a new companion website—confirm
The Poetry Handbook
as the best guide to poetry available in English.