Story: The Fiction of the Forties (1st Edition, 1949, VG) Burnett Anthology |...
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Story: The Fiction of the Forties (1st Edition, 1949, VG) Burnett Anthology |.... This is the first edition (1949) of "Story: The Fiction of the Forties", a landmark anthology edited by Whit Burnett and Hallie Burnett, founders of the influential Story magazine. Rarity Note: This first edition is Out of Print and increasingly difficult to find in collectible condition. This is the first edition (1949) of "Story: The Fiction of the Forties", a landmark anthology edited by Whit Burnett and Hallie Burnett, founders of the influential Story magazine. This volume features a curated collection of some of the most important American short fiction from the 1940s, representing voices that shaped postwar literature. Bound in a striking red and green hardcover with gold decorative elements, this edition is both visually and historically significant. A valuable collectible for students of literary history, short fiction, and publishing in mid-century America. Rarity Note: This first edition is Out of Print and increasingly difficult to find in collectible condition. Its appeal to academic collectors and vintage anthology enthusiasts makes it a strong candidate for premium resale. About the Editors: Whit and Hallie Burnett were key figures in shaping American literary taste through their editorship of Story magazine, which helped launch the careers of J.D. Salinger, Truman Capote, and many others. Their anthologies remain influential reference points in 20th-century American literature. --- Condition: Very Good (VG) – The cover retains strong color with only mild shelf wear. Corners are sharp with minimal bumping. Interior pages are clean and unmarked. Binding is sound and intact. A well-preserved copy for its age.
