Louise Imogen Guiney

"Louise Imogen Guiney" by Alice Brown is a biographical study written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the life and contributions of Louise Imogen Guiney, an American poet, essayist, and scholar known for her lyrical writings and deep engagement with literature. This biography emphasizes her personal experiences, her beloved father, and her intellectual pursuits, painting her not only as a literary figure but also as a complex individual shaped by her heritage and environment. At the start of the biography, Brown establishes the context of Guiney’s life, detailing her birth in Boston and her family background, which notably includes her father, General Patrick Robert Guiney, a Civil War veteran who greatly influenced her values and aspirations. The narration reflects on her vibrant childhood adventures and the exploration of nature, emphasizing a sense of youthful exuberance and a profound connection to the literary world. The opening sets the stage for the study of Guiney's character, her literary journey, and the profound impact of her work on her contemporaries and beyond, revealing both her struggles and her triumphant spirit in art and life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Alice Brown was an American novelist, poet and playwright, best known as a writer of local color stories. She also contributed a chapter to the collaborative novel, The Whole Family (1908).