Publisher's Synopsis
Contemporary Poetry Prior to 1915 is a book written by Marguerite Wilkinson, which provides a comprehensive overview of poetry written during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book explores the works of major poets during this period, including Robert Frost, T.S. Eliot, Ezra Pound, and William Butler Yeats. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of poetry during this time. The first section discusses the rise of modernism and how it influenced the poetry of the era. The second section examines the various movements that emerged during this time, including imagism and symbolism. The third section focuses on the themes and styles of individual poets, including Frost's use of natural imagery and Eliot's exploration of the human psyche. The final section of the book provides an analysis of the impact of these poets on contemporary poetry and literature.Overall, Contemporary Poetry Prior to 1915 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of poetry during this important period in literary history. The book provides a detailed analysis of the major poets and movements of the time, as well as an exploration of the themes and styles that defined this era of poetry.1923. A selection of American, English, Irish, and Canadian poetry written prior to 1915. Some of the poets represented in this volume include: Eugene Field; Richard Hovey; Edwin Arlington Robinson; Amy Lowell; Robert Frost; Carl Sandburg; Vachel Lindsay; James Oppenheim; Max Eastman, Sara Teasdale; Joyce Kilmer; A.E. Housman; Rudyard Kipling; Walter de la Mare; John Masefield; Alfred Noyes; and many others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.