The Pocket Book of Popular Verse

This paperback edition shows signs of age, with visible wear on the cover, including tears and creases. The spine is intact but displays some fraying along the edges. The pages are yellowed, typical of books from this period, but remain legible. There is no dust jacket, and the book is free from inscriptions or library markings.

"The Pocket Book of Popular Verse," edited by Ted Malone, was published by Pocket Books, Inc. in 1945. This paperback edition is a collection of well-loved poems, curated to appeal to both poetry aficionados and newcomers alike. The book is printed in New York, as indicated on the title page. Ted Malone, known for his contributions to popularizing poetry through radio, has compiled a selection that captures the essence of the era's poetic landscape. This edition, published in November 1945, is part of a series of printings from that year, making it a notable piece for collectors of mid-20th-century literature. The book's subject matter spans various themes and styles, offering a broad spectrum of verse. The absence of a dust jacket and the visible wear on the cover suggest its vintage nature, adding to its charm as a collectible item.