Frank Preston Stearns

Sketches from Concord and Appledore (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Transcendentalism in 19th Century America

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Sketches from Concord and Appledore," Frank Preston Stearns presents a vivid exploration of two iconic American locales that shaped the intellectual and cultural landscape of the 19th century. Through a series of interwoven essays and biographical sketches, Stearns employs a lyrical prose style enriched with personal reflections, character portraits, and keen observations of nature. This literary work nestles itself within the New England transcendentalist movement, resonating with the philosophies of Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson, while simultaneously capturing the unique essence of both Concord and Appledore'Äîa convergence of nature, philosophy, and artistic inspiration. Stearns, an American author and critic, was deeply influenced by the transcendentalist principles and the vibrant literary community of Concord. His own experiences in the region, coupled with a profound admiration for the thinkers and writers who resided there, inspired him to curate a tapestry of descriptive narratives that celebrate their legacies. Stearns'Äô comprehensive understanding of the cultural zeitgeist of his time fuels his portrayal of both locales, making this work a noteworthy contribution to American letters. This book is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts of American literature, providing an intimate glimpse into the lives and philosophies that emerged from these historic settings. Stearns' rich descriptions invite readers to reflect on the deeper connections between place, thought, and creativity, making "Sketches from Concord and Appledore" an essential addition to any literary canon.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 234
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066245641
• Artikelnr.: 58754085

Autorenporträt

Frank Preston Stearns was a writer and abolitionist from Massachusetts in the 1800s. He was born in 1846 and died in 1917. His father was the abolitionist George Luther Stearns. He worked with Elizur Wright on ambitious anti-slavery projects like the American Anti-Slavery Society. He is also known for writing important books about the lives and careers of famous American authors and public figures, such as The Life and Genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne, The Life of Prince Otto von Bismarck, and The Life and Public Services of George Luther Stearns. The 4th of January 1846 saw the birth of Frank Preston Stearns in Medford, Massachusetts. On September 28, 1898, he married Emilia Maciel. They had one child after the wedding. He died in Arlington, Massachusetts, on January 21, 1917, from a brain bleed.