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NY: Macmillan, 1923. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine. Scarce book of poetry by Muna Lee (1895 - 1965), an American poet, author, and activist, who first became known and widely published as a lyric poet in the early 20th century. She also was known for her writings that promoted Pan-Americanism and feminism. She translated and published in Poetry a 1925 landmark anthology of Latin American poets, and continued to translate from poetry in Spanish. With a personal inscription to philanthropist Julius Rosenweld, owner of Sears Roebuck, thanking her for her support: "To Mr Julius Rosenwald, through his generosity to a 'young and unknown poet' I first learned that, in a world of Cinderellas, there is still and occasional fairy godmother. Muna Lee June, 1923" With the bookplate of Augusta and Julius Rosenwald on the ffe. Lee became involved in feminist activism, making important contributions to the modern women's movement, in particular the struggle for equal rights. She was a founder of the Inter-American Commission of Women. The Rosenwalds were prominent supporters of Jewish causes and education, particularly for African Americans. 8vo, black quarter clot, green cloth-back boards, 76 pages. Nicely preserved.