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“The Penguin Book of Contemporary Verse: 1918-1960” is an anthology of poetry edited by Kenneth Allott. Published by Penguin Books, it provides readers with a collection of poems written by a variety of poets during the first half of the 20th century, spanning the years from 1918 to 1960.
Kenneth Allott, the editor of this anthology, was a British poet and critic known for his work in compiling and selecting poems for various anthologies. In “The Penguin Book of Contemporary Verse,” Allott aimed to present a selection of poetry that represented the literary landscape of the mid-20th century.
The anthology includes works from a diverse range of poets, both well-known and lesser-known, and covers a variety of themes, styles, and forms. It reflects the changes and developments in poetry during this period, including the influence of modernist and post-modernist movements.
Anthologies like “The Penguin Book of Contemporary Verse” provide readers with an opportunity to explore the work of multiple poets within a specific time frame and gain insight into the literary trends and innovations of the era. It is a valuable resource for those interested in the poetry of the 20th century and the evolution of poetic expression during that time.
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