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Harriet Monroe


Born
in The United States
December 23, 1860

Died
September 26, 1936


Harriet Monroe (December 23, 1860 – September 26, 1936) was an American editor, scholar, literary critic, poet, and patron of the arts. She was the founding publisher and long-time editor of Poetry magazine, first published in 1912. As a supporter of the poets Wallace Stevens, Ezra Pound, H. D., T. S. Eliot, William Carlos Williams, Carl Sandburg, Max Michelson and others, Monroe played an important role in the development of modern poetry. Her correspondence with early twentieth century poets provides a wealth of information on their thoughts and motives.

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A Poet's Life: Seventy Year...

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Poetry: A Magazine of Verse...

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John Wellborn Root: A Study...

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A Book of Poems for Every Mood

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Poetry

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You and I

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The Dance of the Seasons

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Poetry: A Magazine of Verse...

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Valeria

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