Early Letters of George Wm. Curtis to John S. Dwight; Brook Farm and Concord - Curtis, George William; Cooke, George Willis
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Delve into the vibrant literary world of the 19th century through "Early Letters of George Wm. Curtis." This carefully reproduced edition offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and thoughts of George William Curtis through his personal correspondence. Primarily focused on Curtis's letters to John Sullivan Dwight, these writings provide a unique window into the intellectual and social circles of the era. Explore the perspectives and relationships of notable literary figures as revealed through their intimate exchanges. These letters offer valuable insights into 19th-century American history…mehr

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Delve into the vibrant literary world of the 19th century through "Early Letters of George Wm. Curtis." This carefully reproduced edition offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and thoughts of George William Curtis through his personal correspondence. Primarily focused on Curtis's letters to John Sullivan Dwight, these writings provide a unique window into the intellectual and social circles of the era. Explore the perspectives and relationships of notable literary figures as revealed through their intimate exchanges. These letters offer valuable insights into 19th-century American history and culture. Readers interested in biography, autobiography, and the nuances of historical correspondence will find "Early Letters of George Wm. Curtis" a captivating and informative read. Discover the enduring power of personal connection preserved through the written word. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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George William Curtis (1824-1892) was an esteemed American writer, editor, and public speaker, noted for his eloquent advocacy of civil rights and social reform. His literary contributions are vast, encompassing a blend of social commentary, travel observation, and humanist essays. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Curtis grew up in a time of intense social change that flavored his writings and stirred his involvement in the transcendentalist movement. A signature achievement from his early life, indicative of his intellectual and social engagement, was his time at Brook Farm, a transcendentalist utopian commune, chronicled in his collection 'Early Letters of George Wm. Curtis to John S. Dwight; Brook Farm and Concord.' This work offers a glimpse into the vibrant thoughts of a young Curtis, influenced by the likes of Hawthorne and Emerson. His prose style delicately fused romantic idealism with sharp societal observations, a beacon of literary flourish in the mid-19th century. Curtis's role as an editor at Harper's Magazine solidified his position in the American literary sphere. While Curtis's legacy extends beyond the written word-into activism and public service-his letters remain an important testimony of transcultural and philosophical exchange from a period of American history brimming with upheaval and renewal.