Great Spiritual Writers of America

Great Spiritual Writers of America is a book written by George Hamlin Fitch that provides a comprehensive overview of some of the most influential spiritual writers in American history. The book covers a wide range of authors, from the Puritans of the 17th century to contemporary writers of the 20th century. Each chapter is dedicated to a different writer and provides a detailed analysis of their life, work, and spiritual beliefs. The book includes well-known writers such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Emily Dickinson, as well as lesser-known figures such as Thomas Merton and Howard Thurman. Fitch's writing style is engaging and accessible, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of American spirituality. Overall, Great Spiritual Writers of America is a valuable contribution to the study of American literature and spirituality.1916. Illustrated. From the introduction: This little book is intended to round out and complete the studies in literature already issued in Comfort Found in Good Old Books and Modern English Books of Power...In this third book I have selected representative American authors who in my judgment best illustrate the national genius...My aim in this book has been to arouse interest in these great American writers who are so little known to most readers and to indicate their best works. Some of the authors featured in this entertaining volume include: Washington Irving, Walt Whitman, Edgar Allan Poe, Emerson; Mark Twain; and others.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.