The Builders Of American Literature: Biographical Sketches Of American Authors Born Previous To 1826 (1893) - Paperback

The Builders of American Literature: Biographical Sketches of American Authors Born Previous to 1826 is a book written by Francis Henry Underwood and published in 1893. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of American authors who were born before the year 1826. The book provides a comprehensive look into the lives and works of some of the most influential American writers of the 19th century.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different author. The authors featured in the book include some of the most well-known names in American literature, such as Washington Irving, Edgar Allan Poe, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Henry David Thoreau.The biographical sketches provide readers with a detailed look into the personal lives of these authors, as well as their literary careers. The book also includes critical analyses of their works, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the themes and motifs that are present in their writing.Overall, The Builders of American Literature is an important resource for anyone interested in American literature and the writers who helped shape it. It provides readers with a comprehensive look into the lives and works of some of the most influential American writers of the 19th century, making it an essential addition to any literary enthusiast's collection.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.