James Russell Lowell And His Friends

By Edward Everett Hale

Book Overview

""James Russell Lowell and His Friends"" is a biographical work written by Edward Everett Hale that provides an in-depth look into the life of American poet, critic, and diplomat James Russell Lowell. The book explores Lowell's personal and professional relationships with other notable figures of the time, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and Nathaniel Hawthorne. It delves into Lowell's early life, education, and literary career, as well as his political activism and diplomatic service. Through anecdotes and personal correspondence, Hale offers a rich and intimate portrait of Lowell's life and times, shedding light on the cultural and social milieu of 19th-century America. Overall, ""James Russell Lowell and His Friends"" is a fascinating and insightful read for anyone interested in the life and works of one of America's most celebrated literary figures.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: 1428648976
• ISBN13: 9781428648975
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"