There are No Islands Any More, Lines Written in Passion and in Deep Concern for England, France, and My Own Country

New York: N.d., [1940] First edition thus ("Reprinted … for the benefit of the British War Relief Society"). Printed in black, with the British monarchy coat of arms and motto at top, and bordered in gold decoration. Fine. Overall, a lovely piece. "There Are No Islands, Any More" is Millay's poetic plea against American isolationist policies in regard to the rise of fascism in Europe. Specifically, she calls for the United States to assist the Allied Powers in World War II "Lest French and British fighters, deep / In battle, needing guns and sleep, / For lack of aid be overthrown, / And we be left to fight alone." Although she was a pacifist for much of her life, Millay supported the United States' involvement in WWII after being incensed by fascist governments' policies, especially the Axis powers' invasions of their neighboring nations. Among Millay's other pro-war publications are the collection of poems Make Bright the Arrows (1940) and the ballad The Murder of Lidice (1942), which chronicles the Nazi destruction of the Czech village of Lidice.. First Edition Thus. Broadside. Fine. 10" x 13".