John Greenleaf Whittier: His Life, Genius, and Writings by William Sloane Kennedy
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About this eBook
| Author | Kennedy, William Sloane, 1850-1929 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Smith, Samuel Francis, 1808-1895 |
| LoC No. | 07022877 |
| Title | John Greenleaf Whittier: His Life, Genius, and Writings |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "John Greenleaf Whittier: His Life, Genius, and Writings" by William Sloane Kennedy is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and contributions of the renowned American poet and abolitionist John Greenleaf Whittier, focusing on his moral convictions, literary works, and the spiritual and natural landscapes of his New England upbringing that shaped his writing. The opening of the work lays a strong foundation for understanding Whittier's character and his significance in American literature and social justice. The introduction extols Whittier as a uniquely gentle yet fiercely principled man, a product of New England culture dedicated to human rights and the moral sentiments reflected in his poetry. The author begins to delve into Whittier's ancestry in the first chapter, exploring his Quaker roots and the qualities that marked his life and artistry. Through reflections on Whittier's humble beginnings, connections to nature, and the prominence of his faith, the text introduces a portrait of a poet whose works are deeply intertwined with his experiences and convictions, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of both his life and literary legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Abolitionists -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | Poets, American -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37191 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 142 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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