02691cam a22003613u 4500 16622 UtSlPG 20260610133405.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 12024429 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Pickett, La Salle Corbell, 1848-1931 Literary Hearthstones of Dixie Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-08-30 "The poet of the night", Edgar Allan Poe -- "The sunrise poet", Sidney Lanier -- "The poet of the pines", Paul Hamilton Hayne -- "The flame-born poet", Henry Timrod -- "Father Abbot", William Gilmore Simms -- "Uncle Remus", Joel Chandler Harris -- "The poet of the flag", Francis Scott Key -- "The poet-priest", Father Ryan -- "Bacon and greens", Dr. George William Bagby -- "Woman and poet", Margaret Junkin Preston -- "The 'mother' of 'St. Elmo'", August Evans Wilson. Produced by Mark C. Orton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Literary Hearthstones of Dixie" by La Salle Corbell Pickett is a collection of essays and reflections on notable Southern writers and poets, written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the lives and works of various literary figures from the South, paying homage to their contributions and the cultural context that shaped their artistry. The opening of the work sets the tone by establishing a nostalgic connection to the homes and environments that influenced these writers, particularly Edgar Allan Poe. It illustrates how the memories of Poe’s upbringing in Richmond, Virginia, his familial connections, and his tumultuous life interwoven with literary inspirations reflect the deep emotional roots of Southern literary culture. By painting a vivid picture of both the physical settings and the internal struggles of these authors, the text invites readers to appreciate the historical and emotional landscapes that gave rise to their celebrated works. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Southern States -- Intellectual life Southern States -- In literature American literature -- Southern States -- History and criticism Authors, American -- Homes and haunts -- Southern States https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16622 58010 58010