by Kubka, František
Prague: Aventinum, 1924. Small octavo (16.7 × 11.5 cm). Original typographically illustrated wrappers by Karel Teige; 106, [4] pp. Fine, in protective mylar sleeve. First edition of this early systematic study of modern Russian (and Soviet) poetry, with chapters on the mysticism of the Revolution, Chaos and the mystery of matter, Proletarian poets, and others. Wrappers and title page designed by Karel Teige and Otakar Mrkvička. The series device was designed by Teige. A fine copy, in protective mylar. Vloemans 30 (vol. 7 of the series, with similar wrapper design).
(Inventory #: P5519)