Celebrating the first annual Montreal International Poetry Prize competition, this anthology presents the collected works of 50 finalists from around the world. The featured pieces have been selected by an eminent team of editors and board members, assuring that this compilation contains the very best in contemporary English poetry. Guaranteed to create anticipation regarding the winner of the contest -- who will not be announced until after the anthology's publication -- this compendium is a welcome addition for poetry fans, academics, and those interested in cultural and social innovation.