Oct 22, 2011 this leather bound henry wadsworth longfellow title longfellow s poems is not dated but considered c. This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a. Henry wadsworth longfellow, first edition abebooks. Its publication was overshadowed by longfellows first poetry collection, voices of the night, which was published five months later.
Download and read online for free the longfellow birthdaybook by longfellow, henry wadsworth, 18071882. There are thousands of old poetry books around the 19th century was a time when peotry was much more popylar than today, and longfellow was very well published. Mcclatchy 19452018, volume editor, was the author of many books of poetry and essays, including plundered hearts. Book of beginnings, story without end, each maid a.
He wrote the libretto for ned rorems operatic version of our town. Potential uses for the free books, stories and prose we offer rediscovering an old favorite book, poem or story. This is a rare antique victorian book with color illustrations entitled through the year with longfellow, published by boston. Yearbook club meets twice a month on tuesdays from 2. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and first editions. Isbn 9780548484944 9780548484944 softcover, kessinger publishing, llc, 2007.
This is in overall good condition, as pictured, with normal wear from age. This rustic seat in the old appletree, with its oerhanging golden canopy of leaves illuminate with autumnal hues, and shining with the. Now, for the first time in over twentyfive years, the library of america offers a. Evangeline 1903, limited edition illustrated and signed by john h. First edition, first printing, of longfellow s dramatic poem, inscribed in the year of publication. The quotes appear on the lefthand page, and opposite them, two dates appear. See all books authored by henry wadsworth longfellow, including the midnight ride of paul revere, and the song of hiawatha, and more on. Sadly as some old mediaeval knightgazed at the arms he could no longer wieldthe sword twohanded and the shining shield. Goodfirst appearance in book form of the bridge and other poems.
Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and memorabilia are collectible items relating to american poet henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882 longfellow was an esteemed college professor, but also the most popular american poet of his time. I think it is also a durable hard binding, much better than any norton anthology i have ever used. Through the year with longfellow by na book condition. Ki longfellow born baby kelly until she was named pamela is an american novelist, playwright, theatrical producer, theater director and entrepreneur with dual citizenship in britain. My books poem by henry wadsworth longfellow poem hunter. I have been reading a very great book that was given to me by my amazing cousin jodie.
Longfellow was americas first professor of comparative literature. This volume includes much of longfellow s work as a translatorfrom swedish, danish, anglosaxon, german, spanish, french, and italian from dante. Short poems and sonnets by henry wadsworth longfellow. The childrens hour by henry wadsworth longfellow poetry.
We dont do this very often, but longfellow books is extremely excited to present a scifi author. In those days portland did much trading with the west indies, and henry and his boy friends liked to stay down at the wharves when the portland vessels came in. Through the year with longfellow by longfellow, henry wadsworth and a great selection of related books. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and memorabilia. Henry wadsworth longfellow born february 27, 1807 in portland, maine second child in a family of 8 4 sisters and 3 brothers graduated from bowdoin college and then went to study languages in.
My books by henry wadsworth longfellow famous poems, famous. Books by henry wadsworth longfellow author of the song of. The family soon moved to a house on congress street, now known as the wadsworth longfellow home. This rustic seat in the old appletree, with its oerhanging golden canopy of leaves illuminate with autumnal hues, and shining with the argent light of dews, shall for a season be our place of rest. The complete works of henry wadsworth longfellow henry wadsworth longfellow. Books by henry wadsworth longfellow all formats audiobooks kindle books hardcover paperback sort by. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete. Henry wadsworth longfellow was a very popular author during the 19th centuryperhaps less so now. Through the year with longfellow hardcover january 1, 1906 by longfellow author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. As always, our primary concern is the safety of our staff and our community.
Antique victorian book through the year with longfellow. He was also the first american to translate dante alighieris the divine comedy and was one of the five members of the group known as the fireside poets. Through the year with longfellow by longfellow henry. Perrys 1907 literary criticism of the life and works of longfellow. And voice more beautiful than a poets books, or murmuring sound of water as it flows, thou comest back to parley with repose. My books by henry wadsworth longfellow famous poems. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features.
Henry wadsworth longfellow books list of books by author. From the author 1851, with an accompanying autograph signed. Morituri salutamus, masque of pandora and other poems longfellow. Leather bound hardback with gilt lettering, page edges, and flo. Evangeline by longfellow, henry wadsworth seller the old mill bookshop published 1893 condition limp reverse calf, stamped in gilt. This biography of henry wadsworth longfellow for children was excerpted from mary stoyell stimpsons book, a childs book of american biography 1915. Through the year with longfellow paperback january 1, 1906 by henry wadsworth longfellow author. First edition, first printing, of longfellows dramatic poem, inscribed in the year of publication. The patter of little feet, the sound of a door that is opened, and voices soft and sweet. Find signed collectible books by henry wadsworth longfellow the building of the ship. Between the dark and the daylight, when the night is beginning to lower, comes a pause in the days occupations, that is known as the childrens hour.
In the fall of 1822, 15 yearold longfellow enrolled at bowdoin college in. Greetings dear readers, with all of the uncertainty surrounding the spread of covid19, we wanted to update you on a few changes were making here at longfellow books. Its lackluster performance as well as longfellow s commitments to his harvard college professorship prevented him from producing significant literary works for a time until his poem a psalm of life and hyperion. Longfellow s first prose work, outremer 1835, was met with an indifferent reception. Henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882 was the most popular and admired american poet of the nineteenth century. Shortly after the books publication, longfellow attempted to join the literary circle. Henry wadsworth longfellow was born on 27 february 1807, the second child of eight born to zilpah nee wadsworth 17781851 and lawyer stephen longfellow 17751849 in the city of portland, maine. We try to present these classic poetic works as they originally appeared in print. First, a few things we are doing immediately for the safety of our staff and customers. Longfellow books is a fiercely independent community bookstore located in downtown portland, maine. These eighteen years, through all the changing scenes. 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. I can very much relate to longfellow in this poem, having started my book collection at such a young age.
She is best known in the united states for her novel the secret magdalene 2005. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow london, 1852, with illustrations by john gilbert the courtship of miles standish and other poems 1858 tales of a wayside inn 1863. Cover is brown with retangular etching of an owl in a tree. Searching for stars on an island in maine by alan lightman. Boston houghton, osgood and company and houghton mifflin company, 18791883 the wadsworth family copy, signed by henry w. I flood the rivers and their banks efface, and drown the farms and hamlets with my rains. But twentyfive years have already elapsed since his death. Longfellow is worth a revival and this book goes a long way. The courtship of miles standish and other poems 1858, first american edition, inscribed by longfellow. The longfellow birthdaybook by longfellow, henry wadsworth, 18071882 at the best online ebook storage. Stimpsons time reference when you read it with your own children. Henry wadsworth longfellow was an american poet whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. Teachers trying to locate a free online copy of a classic poem or short story for use in the classroom. The result is books such as the one you own are relatively common and not much in demand.
Through the year with longfellow by na used books and. Longfellow sometimes reminds me a little of charles dickens whom he met in london in 1842. In this book, charlotte bates chose quotes from the works of henry wadsworth longfellow to go with each day of the year. Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27, 1807 march 24, 1882 was an american poet. Does anyone know anything about books and their value.
This is the first of her works exploring the divine feminine. This volume includes much of longfellows work as a translatorfrom swedish, danish, anglosaxon, german, spanish, french, and italian from dante. New and selected poems 2014, and the editor of nine library of america publications. It is has inspired me to really rethink gift giving and christmas this year. Schall throughout the year to put the yearbook together. Through the year with longfellow by longfellow, henry wadsworth and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Biographies for children henry wadsworth longfellow. After falling in love with 17yearold frances appleton, longfellow. Sadly as some old mediaeval knight gazed at the arms he could no longer wield, the sword twohanded and the shining shield suspended in the hall, and full in sight, while secret longings for the lost delight of tourney or adventure in the field came over him, and tears but half concealed trembled and fell upon his beard of white, so i behold these books upon their shelf, my ornaments and arms. To the true lover of books, the quality of a poet is everything.
I collect old books and i am sorry to say yours is probably not worth anything unless it is in new mint condition, and even then not much. He was one of the most popular american poets of his day. Longfellow was born in portland, maine, and studied at bowdoin college. Students work on the yearbook, choose the cover and design and help mrs. Through the year with longfellow longfellow, henry wadsworth on. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. He can be sentimental, like dickens, but he too is a. A mortal dispossessed me by a word, and set there janus with the double face. What is the value of longfellows poetical works, with. Henry wadsworth longfellow biographies for children. Poems of henry wadsworth longfellow, published in new york by crowell and company in 1893. The longfellow birthdaybook by longfellow, henry wadsworth, 18071882. Through the year with longfellow 1880 reprint longfellow, henry wadsworth, 18071882. From the author 1851, with an accompanying autograph signed letter by longfellow mounted on card thanking the recipient for sending an article on bayou teche, a river in louisiana where the reallife acadians who were the subject of longfellow.