Samuel Woodworth (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163172124)

The book ""Samuel Woodworth"" by Kendall B. Taft is a biographical account of the life and work of Samuel Woodworth, an American writer, editor, and poet who lived in the 18th and 19th centuries. The book traces Woodworth's life from his early years in Massachusetts to his later career as a journalist and literary figure in New York City.Throughout the book, Taft explores Woodworth's literary output, including his most famous work, the poem ""The Old Oaken Bucket."" Taft also delves into Woodworth's personal life, examining his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues, and exploring the impact of his work on American literature and culture.The book draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Woodworth's own writings, letters, and diaries, as well as contemporary accounts and historical records. It offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of a key figure in American literary history, shedding new light on the life and work of Samuel Woodworth.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: Kendall B. Taft
ISBN-10: 116317212X
ISBN-13: 9781163172124
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.17lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.10d