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Verse of Our Day
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ISBN13: 9781026073063
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 510
Weight: 1.56
Height: 1.03 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Verse of Our Day is a curated anthology that captures the vibrant spirit and diverse voices of early 20th-century poetry. Compiled by Margery Gordon and Marie King, this collection serves as a representative survey of the lyrical and narrative verse that defined the literary landscape of its era. The volume features a wide array of poets, showcasing the transition from traditional forms to the emerging modern sensibilities that characterized the post-Victorian period.
Readers will find themes ranging from the beauty of the natural world and the complexities of urban life to profound reflections on the human condition. By gathering these works, the editors provide an accessible gateway into the poetic trends of the early 1900s, making it an invaluable resource for students of literature and enthusiasts of classical verse alike. Each selection reflects the craftsmanship and emotional resonance of a generation seeking to express the rapid changes of their time through the enduring power of the written word. This anthology remains a significant historical document of aesthetic taste and literary development in the early twentieth century.
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