TY  - BOOK
AU  - Peck,Harry Thurston
TI  - William Hickling Prescott
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2012///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Historians -- United States -- Biography
KW  - Prescott, William Hickling, 1796-1859
N1  - Release date is 2012-03-09; Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
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N2  - "William Hickling Prescott" by Harry Thurston Peck is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the life and accomplishments of the notable American historian William Hickling Prescott, exploring his formative years, challenges, and the rich tapestry of intellectual life during his time.   The opening of the biography introduces Prescott against the backdrop of early 19th century America, delineating the regional literary environments of the South, Middle, and New England states. It sets the stage for Prescott's emergence as a significant figure in American historical writing, noting the influence of his family background and education on his scholarly pursuits. It highlights the stark cultural contrasts across the United States and hints at Prescott's future role in breaking through the limitations of Puritan scholasticism, paving the way for a more nuanced and expressive form of American literature. The introductory chapters establish Prescott not only as a prominent historian but as a precursor to the literary movements that would follow in American letters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39084
ER  -