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Modern American and British Poetry

Modern American and British Poetry

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ISBN10: 1025497252
ISBN13: 9781025497259
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 436
Weight: 1.73
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Modern American and British Poetry is a comprehensive and influential anthology compiled by the renowned critic and poet Louis Untermeyer. This collection captures the vibrant and shifting landscape of verse during the early 20th century, a period marked by profound stylistic experimentation and the rise of Modernism. The volume brings together a diverse array of voices from both sides of the Atlantic, showcasing the evolution of poetic forms and themes as they moved away from Victorian traditions toward more contemporary sensibilities.

Inside this anthology, readers will find significant works by iconic figures such as Robert Frost, Carl Sandburg, Amy Lowell, T.S. Eliot, and W.B. Yeats. Untermeyer's selections emphasize the distinct cultural identities of American and British literature while highlighting the shared innovations in rhythm, imagery, and subject matter. From the pastoral reflections of New England to the gritty urban landscapes of the industrial era, these poems reflect the social and intellectual currents of their time.

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