Henry wadsworth longfellow, the most popular american poet in the 19th century. Henry wadsworth longfellow poems by the famous poet all. Childrens crusade, the a fragment what is this i read in history, in the harbor. The poems are printed as nearly as possible in chronological order. Henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882 was the most popular and admired american poet of the nineteenth century. He was also the first american to translate dante alighieris the divine comedy and was one of the five fireside poets. Henry wadsworth longfellow 1807 1882 was an american poet whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline most of his works were lyrical poems which often utilized mythology and legend. Evangeline and other poems by henry wadsworth longfellow. Henry wadsworth longfellow henry wadsworth longfellow poems.
He served as a professor at harvard university and was an adept linguist, traveling throughout europe and immersing himself in european culture and poetry, which he emulated in his poetry. The courtship of miles standish and other poems 1858, first american edition, inscribed by longfellow. Works such as the charge of the light brigade, crossing the bar and tears, idle tears have made him an internationally famous figure, and the second most quoted writer of all time after shakespeare. It was commented in this other reading that henry in his day was americas most read and beloved poet and eventually supported himself on his poetry. His first book of poetry was voices of the night 1839 which included hymn to the night and a psalm of life, ballads and other poems 1841 included the village blacksmith and the skeleton in armor. Henry wadsworth longfellow poetry collection from famous poets and poems. Evangeline and other poems dover thrift editions 9780486282558 by henry wadsworth longfellow and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. His works are still regularly anthologised after nearly a century and a half. The poems of longfellow by longfellow, henry wadsworth.
Henry wadsworth longfellow was born on february 27, 1807, in portland, maine. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Isbn 9780548484944 9780548484944 softcover, kessinger publishing, llc, 2007. Henry wadsworth longfellow was an american poet and educator whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. Aptly referred to as the childrens poet, longfellow wrote poems, many of which read as adventure stories that have been cherished by young readers and listeners through the years. New and selected poems 2014, and the editor of nine library of america publications. Considered by many to be the most popular american poet of the 19th. He was also the first american to translate dante alighieris the. From childhood he cared little for games, but was always devoted to reading. Short poems and sonnets by henry wadsworth longfellow. Great american poet henry wadsworth longfellow was born on february 27, 1807 in portland, maine. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and memorabilia.
Possibly his 2 most famous poems are paul reveres ride and the song of hiawatha. For more than seventy years, penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the englishspeaking world. He achieved a level of national and international prominence previously unequaled in the literary history of the united states and is one of the few american writers honored in the poets corner of westminster abbeyin fact, he is believed to be the first as his bust was installed. The most widely known and bestloved american poet of his lifetime, henry wadsworth longfellow achieved a level of national and international prominence previously unequaled in the literary history of the united states. In 1822 he was sent to bowdoin college, of which his father was a trustee, and after graduating was. Find the poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow by longfellow, henry wadsworth at biblio. Update this biography complete biography of henry wadsworth longfellow. Masque of pandora and other poems flight the fourth 1875. Longfellows poems typically featured sweetness, simplicity, and a romantic vision shaded by melancholy.
Selected poems by henry wadsworth longfellow, paperback. The poems of henry wadsworth longfellow by longfellow, henry. Books by henry wadsworth longfellow author of the song of. Henry wadsworth longfellow, one of the fireside poets, wrote lyrical poems about history, mythology, and legend that were popular and widely translated, making him the most famous american of his day. Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27, 1807 march 24, 1882 was an american educator and poet whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. Henry wadsworth longfellow born february 27, 1807 died march 24, 1882 was an american poet of the romantic period. I am old, masque of pandora and other poems a book of sonnets 1875. Short poems by henry wadsworth longfellow below youll find a variety of shorter poems and sonnets by henry wadsworth longfellow.
He took to poetry and literary study from an early age, and his personal circumstances. Including evangeline, the song of hiawatha, the courtship of miles standish, tales of a wayside inn the modern library of. Masque of pandora and other poems a book of sonnets 1875. Somewhat back from the village street the belfry of bruges and other poems songs 1845. It is great for children to help them learn to enjoy hearing poetry, and it also brings back many memories of my dad with me sitting on the front porch swing, quoting longfellow. Mar 20, 2020 henry wadsworth longfellow, the most popular american poet in the 19th century. He possessed the necessary wealth to give his children school opportunities. Henry wadsworth longfellow was more than a professorial poet. About this time longfellow gave a series of lectures on dante, illustrating them by translations from the work of the great italian poet. The family soon moved to a house on congress street, now known as the wadsworth longfellow home. This book contains the complete evangeline and a number of other widely admired longfellow poems.
Henry wadsworth longfellow27 february 1807 24 march 1882 henry wadsworth was an american poet and educator whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. Download the poems of henry wadsworth longfellow pdf book by henry wadsworth longfellow this teachers guide contains ten lessons to lead you through henry wadsworth longfellows poetry. Henry wadsworth was an american poet and educator whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. Henry wadsworth longfellow henry wadsworth longfellow. The various ebooks, short stories and poems we offer are presented free of charge with absolutely no advertising as a public service from internet accuracy project. Henry wadsworth longfellow was one of the most widely known and bestloved american poets of the 19th century. Henry wadsworth longfellow poems, quotations and biography on henry wadsworth longfellow poet page. My interpretation of autumn by henry wadsworth longfellow, is that the poem is a metaphor for the reign of charlemagne, who was in the medieval mind, the finest example of what a christian king could be. He was the second child of stephen and zilpah longfellow, and six more children would follow.
Feb 28, 2014 great american poet henry wadsworth longfellow was born on february 27, 1807 in portland, maine. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow by longfellow. Longfellow was born at portland, maine, the son of stephen longfellow, a lawyer. Henry wadsworth longfellow, famous poet family friend poems. Here, too, is divina commedia, the six sonnets on dante that are among the poet s finest works. His father was of puritan stock, and a lawyer by profession. His notable works included the song of hiawatha and paul reveres ride. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and memorabilia are collectible items relating to american poet henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882 longfellow was an esteemed college professor, but also the most popular american poet of his time.
Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27, 1807 march 24, 1882 was an american educator and poet whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of. When longfellow was thirteen years old, his first poem, the battle of lovells pond, was published in the portland gazette. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow london, 1852, with illustrations by john gilbert the courtship of miles standish and other poems 1858 tales of a wayside inn 1863. He was also the first american to translate dante alighieri s divine comedy and was one of the fireside poets from new england.
Evangeline 1903, limited edition illustrated and signed by john h. Selected poems longfellow was the most popular poet of his day. Here, too, is divina commedia, the six sonnets on dante that are among the poets finest works. All my life i have loved poetry, especially that of longfellow. Henry wadsworth longfellow poems, biography, quotes. Longfellow is worth a revival and this book goes a long way. Collection 50 antique poetry literature books buns byron tennyson longfellow.
Sadly as some old mediaeval knight gazed at the arms he could no longer wield, the sword twohanded and the shining shield suspended in the hall, and full in sight, while secret longings for the lost delight of tourney or adventure in the field came over him, and tears but half concealed trembled and fell upon his beard of white, so i behold these books upon their shelf, my ornaments and arms. This book contains his works, and many of his poems were taught to me as a preschool child, and. Longfellows complete poems by longfellow henry wadsworth. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. This selection includes generous samplings from his longer worksevangeline, the courtship of miles standish, and hiawathaas well as his shorter lyrics and less familiar narrative poems. Born in portland, maine, and educated at bowdoin college, longfellows ambition was always to become a writer. Mcclatchy 19452018, volume editor, was the author of many books of poetry and essays, including plundered hearts. Read all poems of henry wadsworth longfellow and infos about henry wadsworth longfellow.
Included are the memorable the skeleton in armor, the arsenal at springfield, mezzo cammin, and aftermath. Longfellow was always my favorite, and long before i could read, i was quoting poems by longfellow. The complete poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow. The small volume of ballads, and other poems, appeared in 1841. He was enrolled at the private portland academy at age five. Henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882 was probably the most influential american poet of the 19th century. Complete in one volume classic reprint by henry wadsworth longfellow and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Buy poems by henry wadsworth longfellow online at alibris. He attended the portland academy and bowdoin college, where he developed a love of storyt.
Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27, 1807 march 24, 1882 was an american poet and educator, a member of the fireside poets. Longfellows works poems political works book publisher by. Annotated reference guide to collectible books and original prints. Mcclatchy 19452018 was the author of many books of poetry and essays, including plundered hearts. Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27, 1807 march 24, 1882 was an american poet and educator whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. Autumn poem by henry wadsworth longfellow poem hunter. Evangeline and other poems dover thrift editions 9780486282558 by henry wadsworth longfellow and a great selection of similar new, used and. Henry wadsworth longfellow 1807 1882 was an american poet whose works. Henry wadsworth longfellow, whom griswold describes as the greatest american poet, was born at portland, maine, february 27, 1807, and he died at cambridge, massachusetts, march 24, 1882. Longfellow was always a creative young boy, enthusiastic about learning.
1462 991 421 1014 1306 670 1057 83 575 1122 449 1331 636 1543 1135 687 365 807 411 1176 1552 1500 637 26 330 917 1429 597 1190 1037 1319 431 985 1394 1022