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Hamlin Garland: A Biography

Hamlin Garland: A Biography

Holloway, Jean
Garland, Hamlin

Hardcover

Literary Criticism19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1258024837
ISBN13: 9781258024833
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: May 21 2011
Pages: 380
Weight: 1.60
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Hamlin Garland: A Biography is a comprehensive account of the life and work of Hamlin Garland, an American author and literary figure of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by Jean Holloway, a scholar and expert on Garland's work, the book traces the author's life from his humble beginnings in rural Wisconsin to his rise to fame as a writer, social critic, and advocate for the arts.The biography explores Garland's early years, including his struggles with poverty and his early literary efforts, as well as his years as a journalist and his eventual success as a novelist and essayist. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, and his ongoing battles with depression and alcoholism.Throughout the book, Holloway provides insightful analysis of Garland's literary output, including his groundbreaking works of realism and naturalism, his contributions to the development of the American short story, and his pioneering efforts to bring attention to the plight of Midwestern farmers and workers.Drawing on extensive research and interviews with Garland's family and friends, Hamlin Garland: A Biography is a fascinating and engaging portrait of one of America's most important literary figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American literature, as well as those seeking insight into the life and work of this complex and influential writer.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.

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