Alan Baker (poet)

Alan Baker (poet) is a British poet, translator, and critic. He is known for his experimental and innovative poetry, often exploring themes of perception, language, and the natural world.

Baker's work is characterized by its attention to sonic qualities, its use of fragmented syntax, and its engagement with philosophical and scientific concepts. He often employs concrete poetry techniques and explores the possibilities of visual language.

Baker has published numerous collections of poetry, including Silent Hours (1997), The Book of Transformations (2000), Varieties of Exile (2003), Letterless (2004), Interior Landscape (2006), Cloud Diary (2008), The Unreliable Navigator (2012), Piano Wayfaring (2017), and The Republic of Mu (2021). He has also translated works by several French and German poets.

In addition to his poetry, Baker has written critical essays and reviews on contemporary poetry and poetics. He has also edited anthologies and journals focusing on experimental writing. He has been involved in various collaborative projects with other artists, including visual artists and musicians. Baker's work has been praised for its intellectual rigor, its linguistic inventiveness, and its challenging exploration of the boundaries of poetic expression.