Rare 1st Ed: "Toluca Street" by Maxine Scates

Description: Very Good condition with minimal wear. Some age-related yellowing. Book has NO markings, highlighting or underlining. Pages are crisp and binding is tight. Fast, free shipping. Rare First Edition: "Toluca Street" by Maxine Scates - 1989 Agnes Lynch Starrett Poetry Prize Winner Discover a literary treasure with this first edition hardcover of "Toluca Street" by Maxine Scates, published in 1989 by the University of Pittsburgh Press. This exceptional copy is in Very Good condition, with crisp, unmarked pages and a tight binding that speaks to its careful preservation. A slight yellowing of pages adds a touch of vintage charm to this 35-year-old masterpiece. Award-Winning Poetry Collection:"Toluca Street" earned Scates the prestigious 1989 Agnes Lynch Starrett Poetry Prize, cementing its place in contemporary American poetry. This debut collection showcases Scates' raw talent and unique voice, exploring themes of memory, place, and personal history. Contents Highlights:Divided into four captivating sections - "The Teacher," "Angel's Flight," "The Border", and "A Journey" - this collection offers 41 poems that traverse emotional landscapes. From the poignant opening piece "The Teacher," dedicated to the memory of Ann Stanford, to evocative works like "1939, Day and Night," "Wartime," and "Desire in America," each poem invites readers on a journey through time and experience. Literary Significance:Scates acknowledges the support of the MacDowell Colony and expresses gratitude to notable figures in the literary world, including Maggie Anderson and the late Ann Stanford. The book features poems previously published in esteemed journals such as American Poetry Review, Antioch Review, and The Massachusetts Review. Collector's Item:This rare first edition is a must-have for poetry enthusiasts, collectors of contemporary American literature, and admirers of women's voices in poetry. Its excellent condition and literary significance make it a valuable addition to any discerning collection. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of poetic history that captures the essence of late 20th-century American experience through Scates' powerful and evocative verse. Keywords: Maxine Scates, Toluca Street, first edition, poetry, Agnes Lynch Starrett Poetry Prize, University of Pittsburgh Press, American literature, contemporary poetry, rare book, collectible, 1989, hardcover, Los Angeles poetry, women poets Inventory code: 17SEPT24_B7_1R_1

Price: 49.95 USD

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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