Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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Reprint of the original, first published in 1872. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA POETRY COLLECTION by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. Voices of the Night by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW )1807-1882) is a collection of poems first published in 1839 in the UNITED STATES. A popular LITERARY classic containing several original poems of the author, and also poems translated from Spanish and other languages. This book contains the popular verses, "A Psalm of Life" and "Footsteps of Angels," among others. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He became the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. Sneak Peak'I heard the trailing garments of the Night Sweep through her marble halls I saw her sable skirts all fringed with light From the celestial walls I felt her presence, by its spell of might, Stoop o'er me from above; The calm, majestic presence of the Night, As of the one I love. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1839Poetry collection

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA COLLECTION OF POEMS by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. Three Books of Song, by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) is a sequel to the author's popular "Tales of a Wayside Inn," and depicts a group of people gathered in the tavern at the Wayside Inn in Sudbury, Massachusetts Each of the travelling companions at the inn tells a story in the form of a poem. Story-telling characters include the poet, the theologian, the student, the musician and the landlord. The tavern was located about 20 miles from Longfellow's home in Cambridge. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. This volume includes, the second book of song, a five-act drama, "Judas Maccabaeus," and as the third book, "A Handful of Translations Sneak PeakAll gave assent; all wished to hear, Not without many a jest and jeer, The story of a spavined steed; And even the Student with the rest Put in his pleasant little jest ... Title DetailsOriginally published in 1872

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA COLLECTION OF POEMS by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. Three Books of Song, by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) is a sequel to the author's popular "Tales of a Wayside Inn," and depicts a group of people gathered in the tavern at the Wayside Inn in Sudbury, Massachusetts Each of the travelling companions at the inn tells a story in the form of a poem. Story-telling characters include the poet, the theologian, the student, the musician and the landlord. The tavern was located about 20 miles from Longfellow's home in Cambridge. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. This volume includes, the second book of song, a five-act drama, "Judas Maccabaeus," and as the third book, "A Handful of Translations Sneak PeakAll gave assent; all wished to hear, Not without many a jest and jeer, The story of a spavined steed; And even the Student with the rest Put in his pleasant little jest ... Title DetailsOriginally published in 1872

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA POETRY COLLECTION by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. The Seaside and the Fireside by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) is a collection of poems first published in 1845 in the UNITED STATES. A collection of classic POETRY containing classic poems in two categories: "By the Seaside" and "By the Fireside." Poems include "The Building of the Ship," "The Secret of the Sea," and "The Lighthouse," among other notable verses. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. Sneak PeakAs one who, walking in the twilight gloom, Hears round about him voices as it darkens, And seeing not the forms from which they come, Pauses from time to time, and turns and hearkens; So walking here in twilight, O my friends I hear your voices, softened by the distance, And pause, and turn to listen, as each sends His words of friendship, comfort, and assistance. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1845Poetry collection

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA COLLECTION OF POEMS by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. The Masque of Pandora and Other Poems, by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) is a collection of poems first published in 1875 in the UNITED STATES. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. The title poem in this volume is a drama of Greek deities and was later adapted for the stage, and set to music by Alfred Cellier. This volume also includes "Morituri Salutamus" (We who Are about to Die Salute You, 1874), one of his few occasional poems. Written for the 15th reunion of his Bowdoin College class, it is a memorable reflection on aging and is Longfellow's most admired ode. The book also features "The Hanging of the Crane," "Birds of Passage: Flight the Fourth," and "A Book of Sonnets." Sneak PeakThe form that thou hast fashioned out of clay Is of the earth and mortal; but the spirit, The life, the exhalation of my breath, Is of diviner essence and immortal. The gods shall shower on her their benefactions, She shall possess all gifts; the gift of song, The gift of eloquence, the gift of beauty, The fascination and the nameless charm That shall lead all men captive. Title DetailsOriginally published in 18755.5 x 8.5 inches

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA POETRY COLLECTION by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. Voices of the Night by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW )1807-1882) is a collection of poems first published in 1839 in the UNITED STATES. A popular LITERARY classic containing several original poems of the author, and also poems translated from Spanish and other languages. This book contains the popular verses, "A Psalm of Life" and "Footsteps of Angels," among others. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He became the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. Sneak Peak'I heard the trailing garments of the Night Sweep through her marble halls I saw her sable skirts all fringed with light From the celestial walls I felt her presence, by its spell of might, Stoop o'er me from above; The calm, majestic presence of the Night, As of the one I love. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1839Poetry collection

Reprint of the original, first published in 1859. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1859. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA POETRY COLLECTION by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. The Belfry of Bruges and Other PoemsI by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) is a collection of poems first published in 1845 in the UNITED STATES. A collection of classic POETRY containing the popular "The Arsenal at Springfield," "Nuremberg," "The Arrow and the Song," and "The Bridge," among other notable verses. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. Sneak PeakI shot an arrow into the air, It fell to earth, I knew not where;For, so swiftly it flew, the sightCould not follow it in its flight. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1845Poetry collection

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA POETRY COLLECTION by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. The Belfry of Bruges and Other PoemsI by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) is a collection of poems first published in 1845 in the UNITED STATES. A collection of classic POETRY containing the popular "The Arsenal at Springfield," "Nuremberg," "The Arrow and the Song," and "The Bridge," among other notable verses. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. Sneak PeakI shot an arrow into the air, It fell to earth, I knew not where;For, so swiftly it flew, the sightCould not follow it in its flight. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1845Poetry collection

"Tales of a Wayside Inn" published in 1863, is a book of poetry by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882), the famous American poet. In this book, Longfellow depicts a group of people gathered in the tavern at the Wayside Inn in Sudbury, Massachusetts, as each tells a story in the form of a poem. The characters telling the stories at the inn are based on real people of Longfellow's acquaintance, and was originally titled 'The Sudbury Tales.' There actually was a Wayside Inn located about 20 miles from Longfellow's home in Cambridge. This volume also includes "Birds of Passage: Flight the Second." Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He became one of the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas.

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA COLLECTION OF POEMS by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. K ramos and Other Poems, by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) is a collection of poems first published in 1878 in the UNITED STATES. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. This volume contains some original poems by Longfellow, as well as his translations of Virgil, Ovid, and others, including seven sonnets and one canzone by Michelangelo. Included among the poems in this collection are "The Leap of the Roushan Beg," the famous "Haroun Al Raschid" and the sequence "Birds of Passage: Flight the Fifth." "Art is the child of nature," wrote the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in his book of poetry, K ramos and Other Poems. Sneak PeakArt is the child of Nature; yes, Her darling child, in whom we trace The features of the mother's face, Her aspect and her attitude, All her majestic loveliness Chastened and softened and subdued Into a more attractive grace, And with a human sense imbued. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1878

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA COLLECTION OF POEMS by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. In the Harbor, by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) contains some of the last poems written by the famous poet before his death. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. This volume, subtitled Ultima Thule -Part 2, contains such poems as "The Poet's Calendar," "The City and the Sea" and "The Bells of San Blas." There are some translations and personal poems, such as "Memories" and "My Books." Sneak PeakBlow, breath of inspiration, blow Shake and uplift this golden glow And fill the canvas of the mind With wafts of thy celestial wind. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1882

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextAn EPIC POEM of Acadia by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. Evangeline: A Tale of Acadia by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW )1807-1882) is an epic poem in dactylic hexameter first published in 1847 in the UNITED STATES. A beloved LITERARY classic telling the story of the Acadian peoples whose lives were devastated after the French authorities ceded the Acadian colonies of Nova Scotia to the British. Evangeline describes the betrothal of a fictional Acadian girl named Evangeline Bellefontaine to her beloved, Gabriel Lajeunesse, and their separation as the British deport the Acadians from Acadie in the Great Upheaval. Sneak Peak'In the Acadian land, on the shores of the Basin of Minas, Distant, secluded, still, the little village of Grand-Pr Lay in the fruitful valley. Vast meadows stretched to the eastward, Giving the village its name, and pasture to flocks without number. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1847Epic poem

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA COLLECTION OF POEMS by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. K ramos and Other Poems, by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) is a collection of poems first published in 1878 in the UNITED STATES. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. This volume contains some original poems by Longfellow, as well as his translations of Virgil, Ovid, and others, including seven sonnets and one canzone by Michelangelo. Included among the poems in this collection are "The Leap of the Roushan Beg," the famous "Haroun Al Raschid" and the sequence "Birds of Passage: Flight the Fifth." "Art is the child of nature," wrote the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in his book of poetry, K ramos and Other Poems. Sneak PeakArt is the child of Nature; yes, Her darling child, in whom we trace The features of the mother's face, Her aspect and her attitude, All her majestic loveliness Chastened and softened and subdued Into a more attractive grace, And with a human sense imbued. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1878

Unique ElementAbout the Author / Historical ContextA COLLECTION OF POEMS by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. In the Harbor, by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW (1807-1882) contains some of the last poems written by the famous poet before his death. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He was among the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas. This volume, subtitled Ultima Thule -Part 2, contains such poems as "The Poet's Calendar," "The City and the Sea" and "The Bells of San Blas." There are some translations and personal poems, such as "Memories" and "My Books." Sneak PeakBlow, breath of inspiration, blow Shake and uplift this golden glow And fill the canvas of the mind With wafts of thy celestial wind. Title DetailsOriginally published in 1882