Life Of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1887)

The Life of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is a biographical book written by Eric S. Robertson and first published in 1887. The book details the life of the famous American poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, from his childhood to his death. It covers his family background, education, literary career, personal life, and his influence on American literature.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period in Longfellow's life. The first chapter discusses his childhood and early education, while the following chapters delve into his literary career, including his most famous works such as ""Paul Revere's Ride"" and ""The Song of Hiawatha."" The author also explores Longfellow's personal life, including his marriage, family, and friendships with other writers such as Nathaniel Hawthorne and Ralph Waldo Emerson.Throughout the book, Robertson provides insights into Longfellow's writing process and the themes and motifs that permeate his work. He also examines Longfellow's role in shaping American literature and his impact on the cultural and social landscape of his time.Overall, The Life of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of America's most beloved poets.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.