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100 1 _aSparhawk, Frances C.,
_d1847-1930
245 1 0 _aWhittier at close range
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2023-09-09
508 _aCarla Foust and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Whittier at Close Range" by Frances C. Sparhawk is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book offers intimate glimpses into the life and character of the renowned American poet John Greenleaf Whittier, exploring his friendships and interactions in the literary and personal spheres that shaped his work and personality. Through the eyes of the author, who was connected to Whittier through familial ties, readers are introduced to the poet's insights and engagements with themes of nature, simplicity, and social justice. The opening of the biography sets a cozy scene in Whittier’s garden room, where a young neighbor awaits his arrival. As the poet enters, he brings with him a bouquet of flowers, symbolizing his connection to nature and highlighting his passionate appreciation for the world around him. The visitor reflects on Whittier’s literary influences, particularly the impact of Robert Burns, and how these shaped his views on life and beauty. The atmosphere is filled with admiration for Whittier’s character, illustrating his warmth, humor, and the ability to engage deeply with those around him. The portrayal of his home life, relationships, and love for floral imagery weaves a tapestry of understanding that enriches the reader's appreciation of both the man and the poet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cBoston: The Riverdale Press, Brookline, 1925
653 _aWhittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/whittieratcloser0000spar/page/n197/mode/2up
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71596
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