His mother, zilpah wadsworth, was the daughter of a revolutionary war hero. Bookplate label, generally affixed to the front pastedown. He achieved a level of national and international prominence previously unequaled in the literary history of the united states and is one of the few american writers honored in the poets. Evangeline, a tale of acadie is an epic poem by the american poet henry wadsworth longfellow, written in english and published in 1847. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow hardcover in good condition very small. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Evangeline by henry wadsworth longfellow, paperback barnes. Evangeline, book by henry wadsworth longfellow paperback. A tale of acadie, published in 1847, is a story of loss and devotion set against the deportation of the acadian people in 1755.
How to know the value of a henry wadsworth longfellow book by helaine fendelman and joe rosson tribune news service tns april, 2019 at 1. Henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882 this is the forest primeval. Complete summary of henry wadsworth longfellow s evangeline. The artist is henry wadsworth longfellow, a distant relative of the poet 4th cousin, 3 times removed. Henry wadsworth longfellow dana 18811950 was a literature professor and the grandson of the famous poet henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882. He was also the first american to translate dante alighieris divine comedy and was one of the fireside poets from new england longfellow was born in portland, maine, which was then still part of. He achieved a level of national and international prominence previously unequaled in the literary history of the united states and is one of the few american writers honored in the poets corner of westminster abbeyin fact, he is believed to be the first as his. You will now need to please take a moment to leave a rating by clicking the stars. A tale of acadie by henry wadsworth longfellow free ebook project gutenberg. I am old, masque of pandora and other poems a book of sonnets 1875.
The poem elevated longfellow to be the most famous writer in america and has had a lasting cultural impact, especially in nova scotia and louisiana, where most of. Details about 1893 evangeline henry wadsworth longfellow antique book brushed leather soft. The poem elevated longfellow to be the most famous writer in america and has had a lasting cultural impact, especially in nova. Dive deep into henry wadsworth longfellow s evangeline with extended analysis, commentary, and discussion. Details about 1893 evangeline henry wadsworth longfellow antique book. See all books authored by henry wadsworth longfellow, including the midnight ride of paul revere, and the song of hiawatha, and more on. Out of the selfsame book, with the hymns of the church and the plainsong. Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27, 1807 march 24, 1882 was an american poet and educator whose works include paul reveres ride, the song.
There is the love story, of course, and the themes of devotion and persistence, but there is also faith, forgiveness, the cruelties of war, injustice, extreme loss, strength of character, and reclamation. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow by. For many years almost every school child studied this poem during the middle school years. About henry wadsworth longfellow academy of american poets. Evangeline, a tale of acadie by henry wadsworth longfellow and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Golden legend first edition signed henry wadsworth. I found a copy of evangeline riverside literature series by h. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and first editions. Henry wadsworth longfellow books list of books by author. Evangeline by longfellow, altemus abebooks passion for books. Evangeline red leather book longfellow a tale of acadia ariel. Henry wadsworth longfellow s first epic poem, evangeline. Presented for your consideration is this antique book.
Longfellow, henry wadsworth brady, mathew and ehninger. Inside the covers is a beautiful teal and gold paper. I got this book of poems for the title piece, evangeline, which is the romantic story of young. More editions of the poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow. Signed by henry wadsworth longfellow, the most celebrated american poet. Shop for henry wadsworth longfellow related autographs, signed photographs, historical documents and manuscripts from the worlds largest collection. Evangeline, a tale of acadie is an epic poem by the poet henry wadsworth longfellow, written in english and published in 1847. Evangeline by henry wadsworth longfellow, paperback.
Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. His father, stephen longfellow, was a prominent portland lawyer and later a member of congress. Books by henry wadsworth longfellow author of the song of. The murmuring pines and the hemlocksbearded with moss and in garments green indistinct in the twilightstand like druids. Featuring i heard the bells on chistmas day, excelsior, the midnight ride of paul revere, a psalm of life, and more. Autographed by henry wadsworth longfellow on title page. Evangeline a tale of acadie by henry wadsworth longfellow 1900 antique hc book.
Longfellow, 4x 34 piece of paper attached to 7x1 12 piece of paper two surfaces. Find evangeline by longfellow, henry wadsworth at biblio. Henry wadsworth longfellow was one of the most widely known and. Two tinpunch works were done by a descendant of henry wadsworth longfellow and given to the park in the 1930s. It was published by ticknor and fields in boston in 1863. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow hardcover in good. Evangeline, a tale of acadie by henry wadsworth longfellow.
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It has been called the first important long poem in american literature. Henry wadsworth longfellow, one of the fireside poets, wrote lyrical poems about history, mythology, and legend that were popular and widely translated, making him the most famous american of his day. Stapled booklet with black and white photograph of longfellow house on front cover, some chipping at spine and rubbing. Longfellows poems typically featured sweetness, simplicity, and a romantic vision shaded by melancholy. How to know the value of a henry wadsworth longfellow book. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Evangeline, a tale of acadie by henry wadsworth longfellow thomas y. Henry wadsworth longfellow autograph historyforsale. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and memorabilia. Poets corner henry wadsworth longfellow evangeline. He was one of the most popular american poets of his day.
Henry wadsworth longfellow, the most popular american poet in the 19th century. Find evangeline, a tale of acadie by longfellow, henry wadsworth at biblio. Evangeline kindle edition by longfellow, henry wadsworth. Longfellows evangeline centre for digital scholarship journals. Decorated with leaf outlines from the forest, this book was distributed by the riverside press.
Rare and attractive edition of the poetical works of henry wadworth longfellow including evangeline a tale of acadie and song of hiawatha in a beautiful leather binding. Feb 12, 2017 evangeline, a tale of acadie by henry wadsworth longfellow. Henry wadsworth longfellow autograph historyforsale item. A tale of acadie study guide contains a biography of henry longfellow, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis. The poem elevated longfellow to be the most famous writer in america and has had a lasting cultural impact, especially in nova scotia and louisiana, where most of the poem is set.
Some fading to cloth, especially at spine, some holes in the tissue guards, else a fine copy of a scarce title. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and memorabilia are collectible items relating to american poet henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882 brief historybiography longfellow was an esteemed college professor, but also the most popular american poet of his time. Henry longfellows evangeline, a tale of acadia is a beautiful book. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Of particular value to collectors as evidence of a very early form of the book. It is amazing that henry wadsworth longfellow could put so much into a 52 page poem. Browse rare books and first editions by henry wadsworth longfellow available at bauman rare books. Henry wadsworth longfellow 1807 1882 evangeline is one of longfellows most popular poems and was once a great favorite with the american people. Henry wadsworth longfellow was born in portland, mainethen still part of massachusettson february 27, 1807, the second son in a family of eight children. I read evangeline, an epic poem by henry wadsworth longfellow. He was also the first american to translate dante alighieri s divine comedy and was one of the fireside poets from new england. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
Find nearly any book by henry wadsworth longfellow. Longfellows 1847 epic poem evangeline concerned the expulsion of the acadians from nova scotia and the. His notable works included the song of hiawatha and paul reveres ride. Evangeline, a tale of acadie by longfellow, henry wadsworth. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and first editions at. Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27th, 1807 march 24th, 1882 was an american poet whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. The poem follows an acadian girl named evangeline and her search for her lost love gabriel, set during the time of the expulsion of the acadians. Longfellow, life of henry wadsworth longfellow with extracts from his. Henry wadsworth longfellow is perhaps americas bestloved poet.
I have a copy of henry longfellows poems from 1939 does any one know the value. Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27, 1807 march 24, 1882 was an american poet and educator whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. Longfellow first heard the story which was to be the basis of evangeline at a. Jan 01, 2000 free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. This selection includes generous samplings from his longer worksevangeline, the courtship of miles standish, and.
Somewhat back from the village street the belfry of bruges and other poems songs 1845. Unfollow evangeline longfellow book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Henry wadsworth longfellows first epic poem, evangeline. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow hardcover in good condition very small weara very nice vintage book by henry wadsworth longfellowpublished byhoughton mifflin and co1887with numerous illustrations. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading evangeline. The song of hiawatha or evangeline, and it is a bit too sentimental. Antique book, 1893 henry wadsworth longfellows complete poetical works. Evangeline and other poems dover thrift editions by henry wadsworth longfellow and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. If you require further assistance, no worries, the question thread does not close even after leaving a rating.
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