| Author |
Longfellow, Henry Wadsworth, 1807-1882 |
| Title |
Greetings from Longfellow
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Anne Storer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Greetings from Longfellow" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is a collection of poems written during the early 20th century. The book consists of various pieces that reflect on themes of human experience, hope, love, and the passage of time. Longfellow, being one of America's most celebrated poets, captures the complexities of life through his reflective and often lyrical verse. In this collection, Longfellow presents a variety of poetic works that delve into the human condition. Among the notable pieces are evocative readings that explore love and loss, such as the poignant remembrance of Evangeline and the lasting impact of dreams and aspirations. The poet employs rich imagery and rhythmic language to convey his messages, focusing on the emotional depths and universal truths of life’s journey. Throughout the verses, he emphasizes the importance of perseverance and the beauty of both personal and collective experiences, inviting readers to reflect on their lives while embracing the interconnectedness of humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American poetry -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23332 |
| Release Date |
Nov 4, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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