Will Carleton: A Biographical Study

By Amos Elwood Corning

Book Overview

Will Carleton: A Biographical Study is a book written by A. Elwood Corning that provides a detailed account of the life and career of Will Carleton, a prominent American poet and journalist of the late 19th century. The book explores Carleton's upbringing in rural Michigan, his education, and his early career as a teacher and journalist. It also delves into his rise to fame as a poet, particularly with his popular works such as ""Over the Hill to the Poorhouse"" and ""Betsey and I Are Out"". The author provides insights into Carleton's personal life, including his marriage, family, and friendships with other notable writers and artists of the time. The book also examines Carleton's political views and his involvement in various social and cultural issues of his era, such as temperance and women's suffrage. Throughout the book, Corning uses primary sources such as letters, diaries, and newspaper articles to provide a thorough and well-researched account of Carleton's life and work. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and career of this important figure in American literature and journalism.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: 1163706310
• ISBN13: 9781163706312
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"