John Greenleaf Whittier A Biography

""John Greenleaf Whittier: A Biography"" is a comprehensive account of the life and work of one of America's most beloved poets. Written by Thomas Wentworth Higginson, a close friend and contemporary of Whittier, this book explores the poet's early years in rural Massachusetts, his involvement in the abolitionist movement, and his prolific career as a writer and editor. Higginson delves into Whittier's personal relationships, including his close friendship with fellow poet Emily Dickinson, and his struggles with depression and illness. The biography also examines Whittier's impact on American literature and his enduring legacy as a champion of social justice and human rights. With meticulous research and engaging prose, ""John Greenleaf Whittier: A Biography"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most important literary figures.1926. A biography of John Greenleaf Whittier, American Quaker poet and reformer. A pioneer in the development of regional literature as well as being a crusader for many humanitarian causes, he was a self-declared abolitionist. Contents: Childhood; School Days and Early Ventures; Whittier the Politician; Enlistment for Life; The School of Mobs; A Division in the Ranks; Whittier as a Social Reformer; Personal Qualities; Whittier at Home; The Religious Side; Early Loves and Love Poetry; Whittier the Poet; and Closing Years. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.