"The bibliographic basis of American Poetry is the Bibliography of American Literature (Yale University Press, 1955-1991) ... extensively supplemented with additional poets recommended by the Editorial Board ... The database aims to include the complete works of all major poets and a substantial number of secondary figures. It principally covers the period to 1900, although a few poets active after 1900 are also included."--Editorial policy page.
Part of the Chadwyck-Healey's Literature collections, cross-searchable via Literature online interface.
Description based on contents viewed on April 15, 2015; title from database home page.