A collection of early, uncollected poems by a significant avant-garde voice emerges, charting a poet's evolution before her mature project-oriented practices. The Proposition gathers works by Lyn Hejinian, a pivotal figure in 20th and 21st-century avant-garde poetry, spanning from 1963 to 1983. These poems, predating her more structured writing, showcase her early explorations in form, visual language, and linguistic experimentation. The volume aims to broaden the understanding of Hejinian's oeuvre by presenting these foundational pieces, offering a unique glimpse into her developing artistic voice.

This collection is positioned as a significant scholarly resource for contemporary avant-garde writing. The volume is notable for bringing together previously uncollected early poems by Lyn Hejinian, a poet recognized for her importance in avant-garde literature. The inclusion of her formative works from 1963-1983 is intended to illuminate her stylistic development, particularly her early engagement with form and language. The accompanying critical essays and preface by the author further enhance its value for students and scholars.