Modern Poetry

The book is in fair condition. The cover shows significant wear, with visible edge tears and scuffing, particularly along the spine. The binding appears intact, though the lack of a dust jacket leaves the hardcover more vulnerable to damage. Pages are yellowed, consistent with age, but remain legible and free from inscriptions or library markings.

"Modern Poetry" is part of the English Masterpieces series, published by Prentice-Hall, Inc. in New York. This anthology, edited by Maynard Mack, Leonard Dean, and William Frost, is a third printing edition released in August 1951. The editors, all esteemed professors, bring together a carefully curated collection of modern poetic works, reflecting the evolution of English literature from Chaucer to the present. This edition is notable for its dedication to preserving the integrity of complete works over excerpts, offering readers a holistic view of modern poetry. This particular volume, although lacking a dust jacket, is a valuable piece for collectors interested in mid-20th-century literary anthologies. The book is in fair condition, with notable wear on the cover edges, indicating its age and use.