Nathaniel Parker Willis
Nathaniel Parker Willis, also known as N. P. Willis, was an American writer, poet and editor who worked with several notable American writers including Edgar Allan Poe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He became the highest-paid magazine writer of his day. His brother was the composer Richard Storrs Willis and his sister Sara wrote under the name Fanny Fern. Harriet Jacobs wrote her autobiography while being employed as his children's nurse.
Canadian Scenery, Volume 1 (of 2)
Discover a bygone era through insightful observations and historical context, revealing the wonders and challenges faced by a nation in its formative years.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Sketches
Experience heartfelt stories and thoughtful reflections on life, death, and faith through beautifully painted scenes from history and the human heart.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Famous Persons and Places
Experience 1800s England and Scotland through the eyes of a traveler as they meet notable figures and explore significant places in both countries.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Forest, Rock, and Stream A series of twenty steel line-engravings
Witness the breathtaking landscapes of the Hudson River Valley and the echoes of its colonial past, vividly depicted in steel engravings and poetic verse.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Summer Cruise in the Mediterranean on board an American frigate
Embark on a 19th-century sea journey where historical sites are unveiled and cultures are discovered along the sun-kissed Mediterranean.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Canadian Scenery, Volume 2 (of 2)
Discover a bygone era in Canada through detailed travel observations, as thriving cities and untouched landscapes are unveiled.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe
Embark on a 19th-century voyage across Europe, through insightful letters filled with vivid descriptions and personal reflections.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Fugitive Poetry
Experience a world of romance, beauty, and heartfelt emotion through poems that capture fleeting moments and the deepest human experiences.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
American Scenery, Vol. 1 (of 2) or, Land, lake, and river illustrations of transatlantic nature
Witness the breathtaking contrast between the fresh, untamed landscapes of America and the historical ruins of Europe, captured through vivid descriptions and detailed illustrations.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
American Scenery, Vol. 2 (of 2) or, Land, lake, and river illustrations of transatlantic nature
Discover a bygone era's natural wonders, from roaring waterfalls to snow-covered peaks, intertwined with tales of the pioneers who sought to tame these landscapes.
By Nathaniel Parker Willis