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100 1 _aParsons, Francis,
_d1871-1937
245 1 4 _aThe Friendly Club and Other Portraits
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-09-30
505 0 _aThe friendly club -- The mystery of the Bell tavern -- The Hemans of America -- Whom the gods love -- An eccentric visitor -- Who was Peter Parley? -- A preacher of the gospel -- A friend of Lincoln -- Our Battle Laureate -- The temple of the muses -- The friend of youth -- The Christmas party -- The fabric of a dream -- The quiet life.
508 _aProduced by Emmy, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Friendly Club and Other Portraits" by Francis Parsons is a collection of essays likely written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on notable figures in American literary history, particularly those associated with the literary group known as the Hartford Wits, who flourished in the late 18th century. With particular emphasis on the literary contributions of figures like Joel Barlow and John Trumbull, the work offers an engaging exploration of their interactions, aspirations, and the context of their creations. At the start of the book, the author introduces the concept of the "Friendly Club," a gathering of poets and intellectuals in early New England. Through vivid descriptions of their personalities and literary endeavors, Parsons paints a picture of these individuals' lives and friendships, including their creative struggles and ambitions. Notable members such as Barlow, Trumbull, and Colonel Humphreys are discussed, highlighting their contributions to literature and social commentary. The opening effectively sets the scene for a deeper exploration of these characters, delving into their passions, societal challenges, and the cultural backdrop of the American Revolution that shaped their work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAuthors, American
653 _aHartford (Conn.) -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40898
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