Albert Pike And The Poets Of Arkansas

By Fred W. Allsopp

Book Overview

""Albert Pike and the Poets of Arkansas"" is a book written by Fred W. Allsopp that explores the life and legacy of Albert Pike, a prominent figure in Arkansas history, and his relationship with the literary community of the state. Pike was a lawyer, soldier, and Freemason who played a significant role in the development of Arkansas and the South during the 19th century. The book delves into Pike's personal life, including his upbringing, education, and involvement in the Civil War, as well as his contributions to Arkansas politics and culture. It also examines his connections to the poets of Arkansas, including John Gould Fletcher, who won the Pulitzer Prize for poetry, and other writers who were inspired by Pike's work and philosophy. Through a series of essays, Allsopp provides a detailed look at the cultural and intellectual landscape of Arkansas during Pike's time, and how his influence helped shape the state's literary scene. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Arkansas history, literature, or the life of Albert Pike.Albert Pike A Biography and The Poets and Poetry of Arkansas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425453228
• ISBN13: 9781425453220
• Release Date: October 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 680 Pages
• Weight: 3.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"