The Selected Poems of Harriet Monroe

The Selected Poems of Harriet Monroe, Volume 1, presents a comprehensive collection of work from the founding editor of Poetry magazine. This literary volume highlights Monroe as a prolific Modernist poet from the Midwest, moving beyond her role as an editor to showcase her own poetic talent. The text spans a period of global upheaval, covering the American Civil War, World War I, and the Great Depression.

This work of history and criticism incorporates previously unpublished poems and long out-of-print pieces. The content explores themes of gender, motherhood, and environmental conservation, alongside critiques of industrialization and war. Through a blend of love lyrics and meditations on globalization, this volume of literature and fiction establishes Monroe as a vital voice in American poetry. The collection includes a critical introduction and explanatory notes to provide deeper context for the poems.