Twentieth Century Authors: A Biographical Dictionary of Modern Literature

This hardcover edition is an ex-library copy from the Hooker Public Library, with typical library markings and labels. The binding shows signs of wear, and the spine is slightly loose. The absence of a dust jacket may affect its collectible value. Despite these conditions, the pages remain intact and legible, making it a functional reference work.

Twentieth Century Authors: A Biographical Dictionary of Modern Literature, edited by Stanley J. Kunitz and Howard Haycraft, is a comprehensive reference work published by The H. W. Wilson Company in New York. This specific copy is the third printing from July 1950. The book provides detailed biographies and portraits of 1850 authors, making it a valuable resource for those interested in modern literature. While the original edition was first published in 1942, this 1950 printing continues to serve as a significant tool for scholars and enthusiasts alike. As an ex-library copy, it includes library markings and lacks a dust jacket. This edition is particularly useful for collectors and researchers interested in the evolution of literary biographies throughout the 20th century.