Cambridge Sketches by Frank Preston Stearns

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Author Stearns, Frank Preston, 1846-1917
Title Cambridge Sketches
Note Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The close of the war -- Francis J. Child -- Longfellow -- Lowell -- C. P. Cranch -- T. G. Appleton -- Doctor Holmes -- Frank Bird and the Bird Club -- Sumner -- Chevalier Howe -- The war governor -- The colored regiments -- Emerson's tribute to George L. Stearns -- Elizur Wright -- Dr. W. T. G. Morton -- Leaves from a Roman diary -- Centennial contributions.
Credits Produced by Eric Eldred, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Cambridge Sketches" by Frank Preston Stearns is a collection of reflective essays and accounts written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1905. The work offers a glimpse into the vibrant academic and cultural life of Cambridge, Massachusetts, particularly during the mid-19th century, focusing on notable figures associated with Harvard University. It encompasses characters like the esteemed poet Longfellow and the influential professor Francis J. Child, providing insights into their lives, academic experiences, and the broader intellectual environment of the time. The opening of "Cambridge Sketches" presents a vivid recollection of the atmosphere at Harvard College around the conclusion of the American Civil War in 1865. It describes moments of celebration upon hearing the news of General Lee's surrender, highlighting the mixed emotions of joy and sorrow experienced by students as they reflect on personal losses amidst the collective relief of an end to conflict. Stearns paints a detailed picture of college life during this transformative period, including student culture, academic challenges, and the looming social concerns of the time. This blend of historical context and personal narrative invites readers to appreciate the unique interplay of academia and society in Cambridge's storied past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject United States -- Biography
Subject Cambridge (Mass.) -- Biography
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EBook-No. 7255
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 30, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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