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The Vision of Sir Launfal - And Other Poems by James Russell Lowell; With a Biographical Sketch and Notes a Portrait and Other Illustrations - cover

The Vision of Sir Launfal - And Other Poems by James Russell Lowell; With a Biographical Sketch and Notes a Portrait and Other Illustrations

James Russell Lowell

Publisher: Good Press

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The following book is a collection of writings by James Russell Lowell, including his autobiography and poems. Lowell was an American Romantic poet, critic, editor, and diplomat. He is associated with the fireside poets, a group of New England writers who were among the first American poets that rivaled the popularity of British poets. These writers usually used conventional forms and meters in their poetry, making them suitable for families entertaining at their fireside.
Available since: 12/16/2019.
Print length: 364 pages.

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