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Chief Modern Poets of England and America
Hardcover
Poetry AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781026100912
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 16 2026
Pages: 738
Weight: 2.65
Height: 1.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Chief Modern Poets of England and America is a comprehensive anthology that captures the vibrant and evolving landscape of early 20th-century verse. Edited by Gerald DeWitt Sanders and John Herbert Nelson, this collection serves as an essential survey of the influential poetic voices that defined a transformative era on both sides of the Atlantic. The volume features a curated selection of works from masters of the craft, illustrating the dramatic shifts in style, form, and sensibility that characterize the modern movement.
The collection spans a diverse range of themes, from the lyrical and pastoral traditions of the English countryside to the experimental and urban perspectives emerging within the American literary scene. By gathering these distinct voices into a single volume, the editors provide a profound look at the rhythmic and thematic complexities of modernism. From introspective examinations of the human soul to sharp social observations, the poems included reflect the cultural and intellectual zeitgeist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This work remains a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike, offering a deep dive into the foundational works that shaped the future of contemporary English-language poetry.
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