• Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
  • Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles
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Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles

Poetry Starter Library – 6-Book Vintage Set (1930–1973) – Great Mix of Styles

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Key Details

Collection: Six Vintage Poetry Books
Publication Range: 1930–1973
Format: Mixed Hardcovers & Softcovers
Ideal For: Students, emerging poets, creative writers, literature teachers
Genre: Poetry / Anthology / Classic & Modern

Included Titles:

  • The Poets’ Commonwealth - A Junior Anthology for Australasian Schools (1930). Walter Murdoch. 3rd impression. Oxford University Press

  • Visions of America (1973). David Kherdian. Illustrated by Nonny Hogrogian. 1st Edition. Macmillan Publishing Co. Inc. (New York)

  • Haiku Poetry, Vol. One (1968/69). J. W. Hackett. New Revised Edition - Third Printing. Japan Publications, Inc. Tokyo

  • John Donne – A Selection of His Poetry (1969). John Donne, edited by John Hayward. Penguin Books Ltd. (The Penguin Poets Series)

  • The Progress of Poetry (1965/69). Colin J. Horne & Maurice O'Brien. Fifth impression. Heinemann Educational Australia Pty Ltd

  • The Albatross Book of Living Verse (c. 1945–1950). Louis Untermeyer. Collins Pocket Edition. W Collins Sons & Co. Ltd., London

📖 The Collection

Looking to build a poetry collection — or just wanting to explore different voices and styles? This ready-made Vintage HQ set gives you six beautifully varied books spanning 40+ years of poetic creativity. From short and striking Japanese haiku to powerful English metaphysical verse, from classroom anthologies to modern American reflections, this set offers something for everyone.

Perfect for beginners, student writers, poetry fans, or as a thoughtful gift.

✨ Condition

Condition: Good overall – clean pages, solid bindings, light wear typical of vintage books.
Great for reading, studying, or displaying.

The Poets’ Commonwealth - A Junior Anthology for Australasian Schools

Condition: Good – see detailed notes below.

  • Blue cloth boards with minor rubbing and shelf wear.
  • Binding firm and intact; gilt lettering still visible.
  • Pages clean with mild toning consistent with age.
  • Back cover features period handwritten notes in pencil — likely a teacher’s term plan.
  • No dust jacket (as issued).
Visions of America 

Condition: Good – see detailed notes below.

  • Dust jacket intact but with edge wear, small tears, and minor creasing to top and bottom edges.
  • Pages clean and unmarked; binding tight and square.
  • Faint toning consistent with age.
Haiku Poetry, Vol. One

Condition: Good – vintage condition consistent with age.

  • Original softcover with visible shelf wear and minor staining to front and title pages.
  • Handwritten ownership inscriptions on inner title page (address in Cockatoo, Victoria).
  • Binding intact; pages clean and legible throughout with light age toning.
  • Price sticker ($1.25) remains on cover, adding to its period authenticity.

John Donne – A Selection of His Poetry

Condition: Good vintage condition

  • Clean interior pages with even toning consistent with age
  • Light wear to spine and corners; small scuffs on cover
  • Binding intact and pages secure
  • No major markings or inscriptions visible
The Progress of Poetry 

Condition: Very Good

  • Clean cloth boards with light age toning and gentle shelf wear.
  • Tight binding and clean, unmarked pages.
  • No dust jacket (if originally issued).
  • Spine and corners in excellent shape for its age.
The Albatross Book of Living Verse

Condition: Good vintage condition

  • Red cloth boards with mild fading to spine and edges.
  • Tight binding; no loose or missing pages.
  • Light age toning to pages consistent with age.
  • Clean interior with no major inscriptions or marks noted.

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📦 Postage & Handling

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