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""Oliver Wendell Holmes"" is a biographical work written by William Dean Howells, which explores the life and achievements of the renowned American jurist and Supreme Court Justice, Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. The book delves into the early life of Holmes, his education, and his... Read Full Overview

""Oliver Wendell Holmes"" is a biography written by William Dean Howells that explores the life and achievements of the famous American physician, poet, and essayist, Oliver Wendell Holmes. The book delves into Holmes' early years as a student at Harvard College, his medical... Read Full Overview

""Oliver Wendell Holmes"" is a biography written by William Dean Howells about the famous American jurist and Supreme Court justice, Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. The book covers Holmes' life from his birth in 1841 to his death in 1935, tracing his family background, education, legal... Read Full Overview

In the things of the world, he had fences, and looked at some people through palings and even over the broken bottles on the tops of walls; and I think he was the loser by this, as well as they. But then I think all fences are bad, and that God has made enough differences between... Read Full Overview

Explore the life and legacy of Oliver Wendell Holmes through the insightful lens of his friend and fellow literary giant, William Dean Howells. This captivating biography offers a unique perspective on one of American literature's most influential figures.