The Gregory anthology, 1987-1990 (Poetry)

"The Gregory Anthology, 1987-1990" is a captivating collection of contemporary poetry, offering a snapshot of the poetic landscape at the turn of the decade. Published by Hutchinson in 1990 and edited by Alan Gransden and K. W. Brownjohn, this First Edition paperback provides a diverse range of voices and styles, making it a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone with an appreciation for modern verse. While the specific poets included in this anthology are not readily available without consulting the book itself, similar anthologies of the period often featured established names alongside emerging talents. Expect to encounter poems exploring themes relevant to the late 1980s and early 1990s: social commentary, personal reflection, explorations of identity, and perhaps even responses to the political and cultural shifts of the time, such as the end of the Cold War. The poetry might reflect a shift towards more experimental forms or a return to more traditional structures. Anthologies like "The Gregory Anthology" are essential because they capture the zeitgeist of a particular era, offering a concentrated dose of the prevailing artistic sentiments. This particular copy is noted as being in Good+ condition, but has a production fault that has creased some pages and caused some incorrect text printing on pages 13-18. Please note, pages are also beginning to brown due to the paper quality of the time, This 144-page volume offers a curated journey through the poetic expressions of its time. Despite the noted flaws, it remains a clean and readable copy. For collectors or those deeply interested in the specific poems included, this First Edition offers historical significance. Its importance lies not just in the individual poems, but in the collective portrait they paint of a particular moment in literary history. This anthology provides readers with a window into the minds and hearts of poets grappling with the complexities of their world, offering insights that remain relevant and thought-provoking today. The book weighs 4000 grams. Its ISBN-13 is 9780091744939 and its ISBN-10 is 0091744938. It is written in English.