Modern British Poetry: A Critical Anthology — Third Revised Edition (Harcourt, Brace, 1920s–30s) – rare, vintage, or collectible item from Deb’s Book Paradise
Modern British Poetry: A Critical Anthology — Third Revised Edition (Harcourt, Brace, 1920s–30s) – rare, vintage, or collectible item from Deb’s Book Paradise
Modern British Poetry: A Critical Anthology — Third Revised Edition (Harcourt, Brace, 1920s–30s) – rare, vintage, or collectible item from Deb’s Book Paradise
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Modern British Poetry: A Critical Anthology — Third Revised Edition (Harcourt, Brace, 1920s–30s) – rare, vintage, or collectible item from Deb’s Book ParadiseModern British Poetry: A Critical Anthology — Third Revised Edition (Harcourt, Brace, 1920s–30s) – rare, vintage, or collectible item from Deb’s Book ParadiseModern British Poetry: A Critical Anthology — Third Revised Edition (Harcourt, Brace, 1920s–30s) – rare, vintage, or collectible item from Deb’s Book Paradise

Modern British Poetry: A Critical Anthology — Third Revised Edition (Harcourt, Brace, 1920s–30s)

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Description

Editor: Louis Untermeyer
Publisher: Harcourt, Brace and Company, New York
Edition: Third Revised Edition
Copyright: 1920, 1925, 1930
Format: Hardcover, cloth with blind-stamped emblem
Condition: Very Good Plus. Clean interior with no writing or tears; binding tight. Cloth boards show light, even wear consistent with age. No dust jacket present.

This thoughtfully produced volume is a landmark early 20th-century anthology that helped define what “modern” British poetry meant to American readers and students. Edited by Louis Untermeyer—one of the most influential poetry critics and anthologists of his time—the book presents selected poems alongside critical context that shaped literary taste for a generation.

What makes this edition especially appealing is its exceptional book design. The typography, credited to Robert S. Josephy, reflects the interwar period’s commitment to clarity, proportion, and reader experience. Generous margins, elegant type, and fine paper stock make this a book meant not only to be read, but to be lived with.

Though not rare, this is a serious, well-made literary artifact from an era when publishers like Harcourt, Brace invested deeply in craftsmanship. It is equally suited to poetry lovers, teachers, collectors of modernist literature, and anyone who appreciates the tactile and visual pleasure of a beautifully designed book.

Why This Book Belongs on Your Shelf

  • A foundational anthology of modern British poetry

  • Edited by a major literary critic who shaped poetry education in the U.S.

  • High-quality early 20th-century typography and materials

  • A rewarding book for browsing, study, and display

  • Ideal for readers who value craft, content, and literary history
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