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The Little Book of American Poets: 1787-1900
Hardcover
Fiction AnthologiesPoetry AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025436616
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 334
Weight: 1.42
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Little Book of American Poets 1787-1900 is a comprehensive and thoughtfully curated anthology that captures the evolving spirit of American verse during the nation's formative century. Compiled by the renowned editor and critic Jessie B. Rittenhouse, this collection serves as a vital retrospective of the poetic landscape from the early constitutional era through the dawn of the twentieth century.
The anthology features a broad spectrum of voices, ranging from the foundational fireside poets to the innovative lyricists of the late 1800s. Readers will encounter the works of iconic figures who helped shape the American literary identity, exploring themes of nature, patriotism, spirituality, and the complexities of the human experience. By documenting the growth of a distinctly American style, the collection provides an essential overview of the rhythmic and thematic shifts that defined the country's literature for over a hundred years.
This work stands as a timeless resource for students of literature and lovers of poetry alike, preserving the heritage of a nation finding its unique voice through the power of the written word. It is an indispensable guide for anyone seeking to understand the roots and flowering of the American poetic tradition.
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