Life And Letters Of Joel Barlow

The Life and Letters of Joel Barlow: Poet, Statesman, Philosopher is a biographical work by Charles Burr Todd that explores the life and accomplishments of Joel Barlow, an American poet, diplomat, and politician who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book delves into Barlow's childhood, education, and early career as a lawyer before he turned to writing poetry and became an influential figure in the literary and political circles of his time.Todd examines Barlow's most famous works, including The Vision of Columbus and The Hasty-Pudding, and explores his contributions to the development of American literature. The book also covers Barlow's political career, including his role as an envoy to France during the French Revolution and his efforts to secure diplomatic relations between the United States and the Barbary States of North Africa.Through a collection of letters and other primary source materials, Todd provides a detailed account of Barlow's personal life, including his marriage to Ruth Baldwin and his friendships with notable figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin. The Life and Letters of Joel Barlow offers readers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of a significant figure in American history and literature.With Extracts From His Works And Hitherto Unpublished Poems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations.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.