This anthology investigates the intersection of Australian poetic expression and the diverse, often contradictory, search for spiritual meaning. Kevin Hart, a distinguished scholar and poet, curates this collection to demonstrate how Australian writers engage with religious themes beyond conventional Christian frameworks. By assembling a wide range of voices, the book argues that the Australian spiritual experience is characterized by a tension between skepticism and mysticism, reflecting a unique cultural landscape.

Critics and scholars recognize this work as a significant contribution to the study of Australian verse and religious literature. Readers frequently note the breadth of the selection, which successfully balances traditional religious themes with modern, questioning voices.