William Gilmore Simms

By William Peterfield Trent

Book Overview

The book ""William Gilmore Simms"" by William P. Trent is a biography that explores the life and works of William Gilmore Simms, a prominent American author and literary figure of the 19th century. The book delves into Simms' upbringing, education, and early career as a lawyer before he turned his attention to writing. Simms wrote prolifically, producing over 80 works of fiction, poetry, and historical non-fiction during his lifetime. The book examines Simms' literary style and themes, including his fascination with the American South and its history, his use of regional dialects, and his exploration of the human condition. The biography also delves into Simms' personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and fellow writers. Throughout the book, Trent provides a comprehensive analysis of Simms' contribution to American literature and his lasting impact on the literary canon.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: 1430487178
• ISBN13: 9781430487173
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"