"Complete Project Gutenberg William Dean Howells Literature Essays" written by William Dean Howells, is a compilation of insightful writings from the late 1800s, examining American literature and its key players. The book explores Howell's deep interest in the expanding American literary world, offering his opinions on different writers and literary movements. Beginning with Howells' memories of his interactions with literary icons like Longfellow and Holmes, the book takes you back to his early experiences in New England and the vibrant literary atmosphere of the day. We see his initial enthusiasm for literature and the famous authors of his time. This collection invites readers to journey through American literature through Howells' eyes, exploring the lives and works of those who left a lasting impression on it.
Complete Project Gutenberg William Dean Howells Literature Essays
By William Dean Howells
Step back in time and discover a young man's fascination with the literary giants who shaped American writing.
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About the AuthorWilliam Dean Howells was an American realist novelist, literary critic, and playwright, nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters". He was particularly known for his tenure as editor of The Atlantic Monthly, as well as for the novels The Rise of Silas Lapham and A Traveler from Altruria, and the Christmas story "Christmas Every Day," which was adapted into a 1996 film of the same name.
William Dean Howells was an American realist novelist, literary critic, and playwright, nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters". He was particularly known for his tenure as editor of The Atlantic Monthly, as well as for the novels The Rise of Silas Lapham and A Traveler from Altruria, and the Christmas story "Christmas Every Day," which was adapted into a 1996 film of the same name.
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