Scudder, Horace Elisha 1838-1902 creator text utu 2018 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "James Russell Lowell, A Biography; vol. 1/2" by Horace Elisha Scudder is a literary biography written in the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed examination of the life of James Russell Lowell, a prominent figure in American literature and politics during the 19th century, contextualizing his contributions through personal letters and anecdotes to paint a vivid picture of his character and achievements. The opening of the biography introduces Lowell's early life, focusing on his childhood at Elmwood in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Scudder sets the scene by detailing the historical and familial background that shaped Lowell's early years, including descriptions of the picturesque homestead and its significance in his life. The narrative explores the influences of his parents, particularly his father, Rev. Charles Lowell, and reflects on the young Lowell's sensory experiences in nature, foreshadowing his future as a poet. The biography promises a deeper exploration of Lowell's literary pursuits and social engagements, offering insights into the formative moments that defined his character. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2018-08-26 Produced by Chuck Greif, MWS, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Diplomats -- United States -- Biography Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography Lowell, James Russell, 1819-1891 PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57776 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57776 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134330.0 57776