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Title: A Day with Longfellow
Note: Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary: "A Day with Longfellow" by Anonymous is a reflective account of the life and work of renowned American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, written in the early 20th century. This biographical piece captures Longfellow's daily routines, his interactions with visitors, and his profound love for poetry and children, all set within the context of his time at Craigie House in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The book delves into the themes of creativity, loss, and the pursuit of beauty in both art and everyday life. The narrative illustrates a typical day in Longfellow's life, beginning with his morning walks where he draws inspiration from nature. It recounts his engagement with admirers and aspiring poets, revealing his compassionate nature and dedication to mentorship. The text also highlights his ability to find joy amidst sorrow, particularly following the tragic loss of his wife. Throughout the day, Longfellow interacts lovingly with his children and friends, emphasizes the importance of hard work in poetry, and reflects on the beauty of life in his writing. The book ultimately presents an intimate portrait of a man who, despite his fame, remains humble and deeply connected to the world around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Anonymous
Contributor: Longfellow, Henry Wadsworth, 1807-1882
EBook No.: 37980
Published: Nov 11, 2011
Downloads: 63
Language: English
Subject: American poetry -- 19th century
Subject: Longfellow, Henry Wadsworth, 1807-1882
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A Day with Longfellow
Note: Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Delphine Lettau, Susan Theresa Morin and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "A Day with Longfellow" by Anonymous is a reflective account of the life and work of renowned American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, written in the early 20th century. This biographical piece captures Longfellow's daily routines, his interactions with visitors, and his profound love for poetry and children, all set within the context of his time at Craigie House in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The book delves into the themes of creativity, loss, and the pursuit of beauty in both art and everyday life. The narrative illustrates a typical day in Longfellow's life, beginning with his morning walks where he draws inspiration from nature. It recounts his engagement with admirers and aspiring poets, revealing his compassionate nature and dedication to mentorship. The text also highlights his ability to find joy amidst sorrow, particularly following the tragic loss of his wife. Throughout the day, Longfellow interacts lovingly with his children and friends, emphasizes the importance of hard work in poetry, and reflects on the beauty of life in his writing. The book ultimately presents an intimate portrait of a man who, despite his fame, remains humble and deeply connected to the world around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Anonymous
Contributor: Longfellow, Henry Wadsworth, 1807-1882
EBook No.: 37980
Published: Nov 11, 2011
Downloads: 63
Language: English
Subject: American poetry -- 19th century
Subject: Longfellow, Henry Wadsworth, 1807-1882
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.