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James Russell Lowell: A Biography V1

James Russell Lowell: A Biography V1

Scudder, Horace Elisha

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19th Century United States HistoryFiction AnthologiesPoetry Criticism

ISBN10: 1428606963
ISBN13: 9781428606968
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 15 2006
Pages: 484
Weight: 1.55
Height: 1.08 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
James Russell Lowell: A Biography V1 is a comprehensive account of the life and works of James Russell Lowell, one of the most prominent American poets, essayists, and literary critics of the 19th century. The book is written by Horace Elisha Scudder, a well-known American journalist and author who was a contemporary of Lowell. The biography is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Lowell's early life, education, and literary career up until the mid-1850s. The book provides a detailed portrait of Lowell's family background, his childhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts, his education at Harvard University, and his early literary influences. It also explores Lowell's early literary works, including his poetry, essays, and literary criticism, and his involvement in the Transcendentalist movement.The book also delves into Lowell's personal life, including his marriage to Maria White, a fellow poet and abolitionist, and his political activism, particularly his outspoken opposition to slavery and support for the Union during the Civil War. The biography also examines Lowell's role as a diplomat, including his tenure as the United States Minister to Spain and his involvement in international affairs during the late 19th century.Overall, James Russell Lowell: A Biography V1 offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the life and works of one of America's most important literary figures, providing readers with a valuable insight into the cultural, social, and political context of the 19th century.In Two Volumes.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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