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Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27, 1807 march 24, 1882 was an american poet and educator whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow comprising his poems from. Poetical works of john milton 3 vol 1882 fine leather binding. Longfellow explained the poems purpose as a transcript of my thoughts and feelings at the time i wrote, and of the conviction therein expressed, that life is something more than an idle dream. Henry wadsworth longfellow 18071882 is considered the uncrowned poet laureate of. The complete poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow by. The book is beautifully bound with intricate design details on the outer cover and binding. A psalm of life by henry wadsworth longfellow, famous. The spine of book has no damage, the only thing is that the first couple of pages has detatched from spine but, the. Henry wadsworth longfellow a maine historical society website. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and memorabilia. Longfellow, henry wadsworth 18071882 illustrated by sir john gilbert.
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