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The Bowling Green
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ISBN13: 9781025315362
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 218
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Bowling Green is a vibrant anthology of verse compiled by the esteemed American writer Christopher Morley. Drawn from the popular literary column of the same name in the New York Evening Post, this collection captures the eclectic and spirited poetic landscape of the early 1920s. Within its pages, readers will find a diverse array of poems contributed by both established voices and emerging talents of the era, curated with Morley's characteristic wit and keen editorial eye.
The work serves as a literary time capsule, reflecting the cultural atmosphere of New York City's journalistic and literary circles during a transformative decade. From whimsical light verse to contemplative lyrics, the selections in The Bowling Green showcase the breadth of creative expression that defined the post-World War I period. This collection is not merely a gathering of poems but a testament to the community of writers and readers who found a common voice in Morley's beloved column.
Ideal for students of American literature and lovers of 20th-century poetry, The Bowling Green remains a charming and insightful look into the heart of the literary scene of its time.
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