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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882) was an esteemed American poet and educator whose work remains integral to the fabric of 19th-century American literature. Born in Portland, Maine, Longfellow developed a passion for languages and literature early in life. He attended Bowdoin College, where he later returned as a professor of modern languages. Longfellow's academic pursuits led him to travel extensively through Europe, experiences that profoundly influenced his literary output.

Longfellow's poetry is known for its lyricism and accessibility, capturing the spirit and optimism of his era. Among his most revered works are "Paul Revere's Ride" and "The Song of Hiawatha," the latter reflecting a deep interest in Native American lore. His collection "Poems on Slavery" showed his commitment to social justice, aligning him with the abolitionist cause.

In addition to poetry, Longfellow translated Dante's "Divine Comedy," bringing the classic work to an American audience. His personal life saw both great joy and tragedy, including the tragic death of his first wife, Mary Potter, and later his second wife, Frances Appleton. Despite personal sorrows, Longfellow's contributions to American culture remain monumental, establishing him as one of the nation's most beloved poets.

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A painting in the style of Vincent Van Gogh depicting a serene night scene.
Poetry

Footsteps of Angels

When the hours of Day are numbered,
And the voices of the Night
Wake the…
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Poetry

A Psalm of Life

What The Heart Of  The Young Man Said To The Psalmist. Tell me not, in…
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Poetry

The Arrow and the Song

I shot an arrow into the air,
It fell to earth, I knew not where;…
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Poetry

Voices of the Night

“I wrote this poem on the 3d of October, 1837, to send with a bouquet…
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Fugitive Slave - Theodor Kaufmann
Poetry

The Slave’s Dream

Beside the ungathered rice he lay,
His sickle in his hand;
His breast was bare,…
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Poetry

The Rainy Day

The day is cold, and dark, and dreary;
It rains, and the wind is never…
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Poetry

Santa Filomena

Whene’er a noble deed is wrought,
Whene’er is spoken a noble thought,
Our hearts, in…
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Poetry

Hymn To The Night

I heard the trailing garments of the Night
Sweep through her marble halls!
I saw…
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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