The Yale Literary Magazine (Vol. LXXXVIII, No. 2, November 1922)

"The Yale Literary Magazine (Vol. LXXXVIII, No. 2, November 1922)" by Various is a compilation from Yale University students showcasing writings from the post-World War I epoch. Within its pages are poems, reflective essays, and insightful critiques that capture the spirit of the 1920s with its exploration of modern life and artistic freedom. Robert C. Bates's editorial explores the disruptions to art and literature caused by the war, advocating for a return to focus and clear thought in art and writing styles. Poems such as "More Modern Love" and "Love Song" touch on the tricky, complicated feelings of love and relationships, while "In Pace Conquiescare" examines the heavy subjects of death and grief through a personal story. Ultimately, the magazine acts as a conversation between ambitious writers as they try to define their generation through art during changing times.