A Day with Longfellow

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Anonymous

Contributor:

Longfellow, Henry Wadsworth, 1807-1882

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Day with Longfellow" by Anonymous is a reflective account of the life and work of renowned American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, written in the early 20th century. This biographical piece captures Longfellow's daily routines, his interactions with visitors, and his profound love for poetry and children, all set within the context of his time at Craigie House in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The book delves into the themes of creativity, loss, and the pursuit of beauty in both art and everyday life. The narrative illustrates a typical day in Longfellow's life, beginning with his morning walks where he draws inspiration from nature. It recounts his engagement with admirers and aspiring poets, revealing his compassionate nature and dedication to mentorship. The text also highlights his ability to find joy amidst sorrow, particularly following the tragic loss of his wife. Throughout the day, Longfellow interacts lovingly with his children and friends, emphasizes the importance of hard work in poetry, and reflects on the beauty of life in his writing. The book ultimately presents an intimate portrait of a man who, despite his fame, remains humble and deeply connected to the world around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Delphine Lettau, Susan Theresa Morin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2011-11-11