Life And Letters Of John Greenleaf Whittier V2

By Samuel T. Pickard

Book Overview

The book ""Life And Letters Of John Greenleaf Whittier V2"" is a biography of the famous American poet, John Greenleaf Whittier. Written by Samuel T. Pickard, the book is the second volume in a series that covers Whittier's life and literary works. The book provides a detailed account of Whittier's life, from his birth in 1807 in Haverhill, Massachusetts, to his death in 1892. It covers his early years as a farmer, his involvement in the abolitionist movement, and his rise to fame as a poet. The book also includes a collection of Whittier's letters, which provide insight into his personal life, his thoughts on politics and social issues, and his literary influences. Throughout the book, Pickard provides a critical analysis of Whittier's poetry, examining its themes, styles, and influences. He also explores Whittier's relationships with other writers and intellectuals of his time, including Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Overall, ""Life And Letters Of John Greenleaf Whittier V2"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a glimpse into the life and work of one of America's most celebrated poets.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: 1425494765
• ISBN13: 9781425494766
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"