Twentieth Century American Poetry [Hardcover] CONRAD EDITOR AIKEN

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1963 Modern Library edition. No dustjacket. Hardcover has some wear and fading. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This 1963 Modern Library edition, edited by the esteemed Conrad Aiken, offers a remarkable window into the diverse poetic voices that shaped the 20th century American literary canon. From the raw Imagists to the introspective Modernists, this anthology captures the richness and complexity of an era marked by profound social and cultural upheaval. For collectors and readers, it represents a valuable opportunity to immerse themselves in the literary currents that defined a pivotal era in American letters.

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1963 Modern Library edition. No dustjacket. Hardcover has some wear and fading. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This 1963 Modern Library edition of “Twentieth Century American Poetry” offers a remarkable window into the literary landscape of 20th century America. Edited by the esteemed poet and critic Conrad Aiken, this volume curates a diverse array of voices that shaped the poetic canon of the era. From the raw, uncompromising verses of the Imagists to the introspective musings of the Modernists, this anthology captures the richness and complexity of American poetry during a time of profound social and cultural upheaval.

Aiken’s discerning eye and deep understanding of the literary currents of his time are evident in the careful selection and arrangement of the works. This collection serves as a testament to the enduring power of poetry to reflect and shape the zeitgeist of a nation. For collectors and readers alike, this book represents a valuable opportunity to immerse themselves in the literary currents that defined a pivotal era in American letters, bearing witness to the diverse voices that echoed through the 20th century poetic landscape.

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