The Little Book of American Poets

"The Little Book of American Poets 1787-1900" is a comprehensive and thoughtfully curated anthology that captures the evolving spirit of American verse during the nation's formative century. Compiled by the renowned editor and critic Jessie B. Rittenhouse, this collection serves as a vital retrospective of the poetic landscape from the early constitutional era through the dawn of the twentieth century.The anthology features a broad spectrum of voices, ranging from the foundational fireside poets to the innovative lyricists of the late 1800s. Readers will encounter the works of iconic figures who helped shape the American literary identity, exploring themes of nature, patriotism, spirituality, and the complexities of the human experience. By documenting the growth of a distinctly American style, the collection provides an essential overview of the rhythmic and thematic shifts that defined the country's literature for over a hundred years.This work stands as a timeless resource for students of literature and lovers of poetry alike, preserving the heritage of a nation finding its unique voice through the power of the written word. It is an indispensable guide for anyone seeking to understand the roots and flowering of the American poetic tradition.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

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