This collection of poetry by world-renowned playwright and director David Mamet contains 40 electrifying poems, written with the raw energy and explosive language that is Mamet’s trademark. The themes explored are classic Mamet, and most of these poems are published here for the first time; some have appeared in such publications as The New Yorker, Bomb, Grand Street and Manhattan File. The Chinaman is an exciting new addition to the published work of one of America’s foremost writers.