Studies In History And Letters

by Thomas Wentworth Higginson

""Studies In History And Letters"" is a collection of essays written by Thomas Wentworth Higginson, an American Unitarian minister, abolitionist, and author. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on historical topics and the second section exploring literary themes. The historical essays cover a range of topics, from the American Revolution to the French Revolution and the abolition of slavery. Higginson provides insightful commentary on the events and figures of these periods, drawing on his extensive knowledge of American and European history. The literary essays delve into the works of various authors, including Shakespeare, Emerson, and Thoreau. Higginson offers his interpretations and analyses of these works, highlighting their significance and relevance to contemporary readers. Throughout the book, Higginson's writing style is clear and engaging, making complex historical and literary concepts accessible to a wider audience. ""Studies In History And Letters"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

392 pages, Hardcover

First published September 27, 2015

About the author

American writer and soldier Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Storrow led the first black regiment in the Army of the Union from 1862 to 1864; he wrote many biographies, including volumes on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and John Greenleaf Whittier in 1902, and he edited the poetry of Emily Dickinson.

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