James Russell Lowell

By Ferris Greenslet, Ferris 1875-1959 Greenslet, Bruce Rogers

Book Overview

""James Russell Lowell: His Life and Work"" is a comprehensive biography of the renowned American poet, critic, and diplomat James Russell Lowell. Written by Ferris Greenslet, a literary critic and editor, the book provides a detailed account of Lowell's personal and professional life, tracing his early years in New England to his rise to literary fame and political prominence in the mid-19th century. The book explores Lowell's literary contributions, including his poetry, essays, and literary criticism, and provides a thorough analysis of his political and social views, particularly his involvement in the abolitionist movement and his role as a diplomat during the Civil War. Through extensive research and analysis of Lowell's personal correspondence and other primary sources, Greenslet provides a vivid portrait of the man behind the literary and political accomplishments, delving into his personal relationships, struggles with mental illness, and his role as a father and husband. Overall, ""James Russell Lowell: His Life and Work"" offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of America's most influential literary figures, shedding light on both the man and his enduring legacy in American literature and politics.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425495680
• ISBN13: 9781425495688
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"