Originally published by Contact Press in 1962, then later by House of
Anansi in 1967, and again in a revised, expanded edition in 1972, Poems
for All the Annettes stands as one of the essential documents of the
great Al Purdy's career. So many beloved poems are here--At Roblin Lake,
At the Quinte Hotel--but also so many undiscovered gems and treasures.
It is at once the perfect introduction to this remarkable poet's work
and a collection rich and deep enough to satisfy even the experienced
Purdy fan. This edition reproduces the final, expanded text of the 1972
edition, and features a brilliant new introduction by poet and novelist
Steven Heighton, who knew Purdy well.