The Life Of Sidney Lanier (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164505822)

The Life of Sidney Lanier is a biography written by Lincoln Lorenz that chronicles the life and achievements of Sidney Lanier, an American musician, poet, and author. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Lanier's life, beginning with his childhood in Georgia and following his journey to becoming a prominent figure in American literature and music. Lorenz delves into Lanier's experiences as a soldier in the Civil War, his struggles with tuberculosis, and his eventual move to Baltimore, where he would spend the remainder of his life. The author also explores Lanier's artistic pursuits, including his work as a flautist and his contributions to the development of Southern literature. Throughout the book, Lorenz offers insights into Lanier's personality, relationships, and creative process, drawing on letters, journals, and other primary sources to provide a vivid portrait of this complex and multifaceted figure. The Life of Sidney Lanier is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in American literature, music, or history.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: Lincoln Lorenz
ISBN-10: 1164505823
ISBN-13: 9781164505822
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 356
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d