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100 1 _aHowells, William Dean,
_d1837-1920
245 1 0 _aOliver Wendell Holmes (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-10-22
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Oliver Wendell Holmes (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)" by Howells is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and contributions of Oliver Wendell Holmes, a prominent figure in American literature and medicine, highlighting his relationships and impact on Boston's cultural landscape during the Unitarian era. Through Howells' reflections, the text provides insight into Holmes' literary legacy and social standing. In this work, William Dean Howells presents Oliver Wendell Holmes not just as a literary figure but as a beloved personality within Bostonian society. Through anecdotes and personal experiences, Howells paints a vivid portrait of Holmes as a man of great intellect and humor, deeply engaged with both the literary world and the common person. The text encapsulates Holmes's wit, affection for his city, and his ability to bridge high-minded literary pursuits with everyday life. It captures his friendships with other literary giants, his scientific curiosity, and his compassion, showcasing how his essence resonated with both the elite and the everyman. Howells' reflections on their interactions also reveal the complexities of Holmes's character and the underlying tenderness that informed his public persona. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerican literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism
653 _aHolmes, Oliver Wendell, 1841-1935
653 _aAuthors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
653 _aHowells, William Dean, 1837-1920 -- Friends and associates
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3395
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