Paul Chowder is trying to write the introduction to a new anthology of rhyming verse, but heâs having a hard time getting started. The result of his fitful struggles is The Anthologist, Nicholson Bakerâs brilliantly funny and exquisite love story about poetry.
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A New York Times Notable Book, 2009
Favorite Fiction of 2009âLos Angeles Times
Best Books of 2009âThe Christian Science Monitor
Best of 2009âSlate.com
"A Yearâs Reading" Favorites, 2009âThe New Yorker
Best Books of 2009âSeattle Times