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American Poetry: The Nineteenth Century, Vol. 2: Herman Melville To Stickney, American Indian Poetry, Folk Songs And Spirituals
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This Second Volume Of The Library Of Americas Twovolume Collection Of Nineteenthcentury American Poetry Follows The Evolution Of American Poetry From The Monumental Midcentury Achievements Of Herman Melville And Emily Dickinson To The Modernist Stirrings Of Stephen Crane And Edwin Arlington Robinson. The Cataclysm Of The Civil Warreflected In Fervent Antislavery Protests, In Marching Songs And Poetic Calls To Arms, And In Muted Postbellum Expressions Of Grief And Reconciliationushered In A Period Of Accelerating Change And Widening Regional Perspectives.Here Too Are The Pioneering Africanamerican Poets (Frances Harper, Albery Allson Whitman, Paul Laurence Dunbar); Popular Humorists (James Whitcomb Riley, Eugene Field); Writers Embodying Americas Newfound Cosmopolitanism (Edith Wharton, George Santayana); And Extravagant Selfmythologizing Figures Who Could Have Existed Nowhere Else, Like The Actress Adah Isaacs Menken And The Frontier Poet Joaquin Miller.Parodies, Dialect Poems, Song Lyrics, And Childrens Verse Evoke The Liveliness Of An Era When Poetry Was Accessible To All. Here Are Poems That Played A Crucial Role In American Public Life, Whether To Arouse The National Conscience (Edwin Markhams The Man With The Hoe) Or To Memorialize The Golden Age Of The National Pastime (Ernest Lawrence Thayers Casey At The Bat).An Entire Section Of This Volume Is Devoted To American Indian Poetry In Nineteenthcentury Versions, Making Availablesome For The First Time Since Their Initial Publicationan Astonishing Range Of Translations And Adaptations: Ojibwa Healing Rituals, The Songs Of The Ghost Dance Religion, Zuni Mythological Narratives, Chants From The Kwakiutl Winter Ceremonial. Also Included Is A Generous Selection From Americas Rich Heritage Of Anonymous Folk Songs, Ballads, And Hymns.Unprecedented In Its Textual Authority, The Anthology Includes Newly Researched Biographical Sketches Of Each Poet, A Yearbyyear Chronology Of Poets And Poetry From 1800 To 1900, And Extensive Notes.Library Of America Is An Independent Nonprofit Cultural Organization Founded In 1979 To Preserve Our Nations Literary Heritage By Publishing, And Keeping Permanently In Print, Americas Best And Most Significant Writing. The Library Of America Series Includes More Than 300 Volumes To Date, Authoritative Editions That Average 1,000 Pages In Length, Feature Cloth Covers, Sewn Bindings, And Ribbon Markers, And Are Printed On Premium Acidfree Paper That Will Last For Centuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'American Poetry: The Nineteenth Century, Vol. 2'? A: This volume explores the evolution of American poetry from the works of Herman Melville and Emily Dickinson to modernist writers like Stephen Crane and Edwin Arlington Robinson, with a special emphasis on the impact of the Civil War on poetry.
- Q: Who are some notable poets included in this collection? A: The anthology features pioneering African-American poets such as Frances Harper, Paul Laurence Dunbar, as well as popular humorists like James Whitcomb Riley and significant figures like Edith Wharton.
- Q: What types of poetry are represented in this volume? A: The collection includes a diverse range of poetry such as antislavery protests, folk songs, spirituals, parodies, and children's verse, showcasing the accessibility and liveliness of poetry during the era.
- Q: Is there any American Indian poetry in this book? A: Yes, an entire section is dedicated to American Indian poetry, featuring translations and adaptations of Ojibwa rituals, Zuni myths, and other significant cultural expressions.
- Q: What additional features does this anthology offer? A: The book includes biographical sketches of each poet, a year-by-year chronology of poets and poetry from 1800 to 1900, and extensive notes for context.
- Q: What is the binding of this book? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a classic presentation suitable for collectors and readers alike.
- Q: How many pages does this volume contain? A: This anthology contains 1050 pages, making it a comprehensive resource for studying nineteenth-century American poetry.
- Q: When was 'American Poetry: The Nineteenth Century, Vol. 2' published? A: The book was published on September 1, 1993.
- Q: Who is the author of this anthology? A: The anthology is authored by John Hollander, who is known for his expertise in poetry and literary criticism.
- Q: What makes this anthology different from other poetry collections? A: This anthology stands out due to its authoritative text, extensive historical context, and the inclusion of lesser-known poets alongside major literary figures, offering a broad view of the poetic landscape of the time.