Literary Leaders Of America (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162941745)

Literary Leaders of America is a book written by Richard Burton that explores the lives and works of some of the most influential literary figures in American history. The book is divided into several sections, each dedicated to a different writer or group of writers who made significant contributions to American literature. Some of the writers featured in the book include Edgar Allan Poe, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Walt Whitman, Mark Twain, and Emily Dickinson.Burton provides a detailed account of each writer's life, including their upbringing, education, and major accomplishments. He also examines their literary works, analyzing their themes, style, and impact on American culture. Burton's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book accessible to both casual readers and literary scholars.In addition to the biographical information and literary analysis, Literary Leaders of America also includes photographs and illustrations that help bring the writers and their works to life. Overall, this book is a comprehensive and insightful look at some of the greatest literary minds in American history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in literature or American culture.Authors Examined Include: Irving, Cooper, Poe, Hawthorne, Emerson, Bryant, Longfellow, Whittier, Lowell, Whitman, And Lanier. Colonial And Modern Periods Also Examined.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

Author: Richard Burton
ISBN-10: 116294174X
ISBN-13: 9781162941745
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 332
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.98lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d