Personal Sketches Of Recent Authors (1899)

Personal Sketches of Recent Authors is a book written by Hattie Tyng Griswold in 1899. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of contemporary American writers of the time, including poets, novelists, and essayists. Griswold provides a glimpse into the personal lives of these authors, sharing anecdotes and insights into their personalities, habits, and writing processes. The book includes sketches of well-known writers such as Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson, and Mark Twain, as well as lesser-known writers of the time. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in American literature and provides a unique perspective on the lives of some of the most influential writers of the late 19th century.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.