John Greenleaf Whittier was one of the most beloved and influential poets of the 19th century. This biography provides a detailed look at his life and work, from his Quaker upbringing to his involvement in the abolitionist movement. It also features critical analysis of his most famous poems, such as "Snow-Bound" and "Barbara Frietchie." This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand Whittier's place in American literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
