Harry Thurston Peck

William Hickling Prescott

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Produktbeschreibung

This is a biography of William Hickling Prescott (1796-1859), the renowned American historian and Hispanist who made significant contributions to the understanding of Spanish and Latin American history. Prescott is best known for his detailed and engaging narrative histories such as "History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella," "History of the Conquest of Mexico," and "History of the Conquest of Peru." This study explores Prescott's life, his meticulous research methods, and the historical context in which he wrote. It offers insights into Prescott's lasting impact on the field of history, his narrative style, and the reasons why his works continue to be valued by scholars and readers alike. A valuable resource for those interested in American history, literary biography, and the art of historical writing. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. 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. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 198
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. Mai 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 286g
• ISBN-13: 9781023610278
• ISBN-10: 1023610272
• Artikelnr.: 74358543

Autorenporträt

Harry Thurston Peck (1856-1914) was an American classicist, critic, and editor with a prolific contribution to the landscape of American letters at the turn of the 20th century. Born in Stamford, Connecticut, Peck completed his education at Columbia University, where he enthusiastically embraced classical studies. He later returned to Columbia to join the faculty, where he served as a professor of Latin and brought forth a modern approach to classical scholarship. Peck's engagement with literary work extended beyond academic realms; he was deeply involved with publications as the editor of 'The Bookman' and contributed to the 'Forum' among other periodicals. In his biographical enterprise, 'William Hickling Prescott' stands as a testament to Peck's erudite writing style and scholarly rigor. The book delves into the life and works of Prescott, a renowned American historian, embodying Peck's keen analysis of literary figures. His vast oeuvre, blending scholarly insight with accessible prose, has been pivotal to advancing the dissemination and appreciation of classical and historical literature in American culture. Peck was known for his incisive criticism and his capacity to elicit the broader cultural implications of classical texts, which he applied to assess the contributions of literary luminaries like Prescott. Throughout his career, Peck's scholarship was deeply interwoven with the literary landscape, making significant contributions to classical and literary studies in the United States.