Famous American Authors (1887)

Famous American Authors is a book written by Sarah Knowles Bolton and published in 1887. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most renowned American writers of the time. The authors featured in the book include Ralph Waldo Emerson, Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and many others. The book provides a detailed account of the life, work, and achievements of each author. It also includes excerpts from their famous works, giving readers a glimpse into their writing style and themes. The book is written in a simple and easy-to-understand language, making it accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds.Famous American Authors is not only a valuable resource for literature enthusiasts but also serves as a historical record of the literary culture of the United States in the 19th century. It provides insight into the social, political, and cultural factors that influenced the development of American literature during that time. Overall, Famous American Authors is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature and the writers who helped shape it. It is a timeless classic that continues to inspire and educate readers more than a century after its initial publication.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.