The biography begins with Garfield's early life in Ohio, detailing his humble beginnings, education, and rise from poverty to prominence. Brown highlights Garfield’s commitment to learning and self-improvement, which led him to become a well-respected scholar and educator. He later pursued a career in politics, serving in various capacities, including as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, where he established a reputation as a skilled orator and effective legislator.Brown provi...

The biography begins with a focus on Holmes Sr., detailing his upbringing, education at Harvard, and his career as a physician. Brown highlights Holmes Sr.’s literary contributions, including his poetry and essays, which gained him prominence in American letters. The author emphasizes Holmes Sr.’s role in the establishment of the "New England School of Medicine" and his influence on medical education and practice in the 19th century.As the narrative shifts to Holmes Jr., Brown delves into ...

E. E. Brown's "Life of Oliver Wendell Holmes" offers a comprehensive exploration of the life and career of one of America's most distinguished literary figures and jurists. Utilizing a blend of biographical narrative and critical analysis, Brown's meticulous research sheds light on Holmes' contributions to literature and law, illustrating how these domains intricately intersect. The prose is characterized by its clarity and depth, capturing the philosophical nuances that underpin Holmes' t...

In "Life of Oliver Wendell Holmes," E. E. Brown masterfully explores the life and legacy of one of America's most prominent jurists and literary figures. The book is a meticulously researched biography that deftly balances a narrative style with critical analysis, offering readers both an engaging story and an academic exploration of Holmes's contributions to law and literature. Brown examines the socio-political context of Holmes's era, the philosophical underpinnings of his legal thought...

ANCESTRY. IN a quaint old gambrel-roofed house that once stood on Cambridge Common, Oliver Wendell Holmes—poet, professor, "beloved physician"—was born, on the twenty-ninth of August, 1809. His father, the Rev. Abiel Holmes, was the pastor of the "First Church" in Cambridge— That ancient church whose lofty tower, Beneath the loftier spire, Is shadowed when the sunset hour Clothes the tall shaft in fire. Here, in Revolutionary times, General Washington frequently worshiped, and the old home...

EXCERPT"I intend that this autobiography shall become a model for all future autobiographies when it is published, after my death, and I also intend that it shall be read and admired a good many centuries because of its form and method—a form and method whereby the past and the present are constantly brought face to face, resulting in contrasts which newly fire up the interest all along, like contact of flint with steel. Moreover, this autobiography of mine does no...

The Complete Short Stories of Mark Twain (Illustrated) is a comprehensive collection of the engaging and humorous short stories penned by the American literary master, Mark Twain. Known for his satirical and witty writing style, Twain's stories often explore themes of human nature, social injustice, and the complexities of life in the American South. This anthology showcases Twain's versatility as a writer, ranging from his iconic tales of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn to lesser-known ge...

Following the 1851 publication of ‘Uncle Tom's Cabin’, Harriet Beecher Stowe’s monumental classic quickly reached an audience of millions across the world. Stowe’s portrayal of the impact of slavery on African Americans captured the nation's attention, fuelling debates concerning abolition and slavery, whilst arousing opposition in the South and helping to spark the country into Civil War. For the first time in publishing history, Delphi Classics is proud to present the complete FICTIONAL ...

Walter “Walt” Whitman (May 31, 1819 – March 26, 1892) was an American poet, essayist and journalist. A humanist, he was a part of the transition between transcendentalism and realism, incorporating both views in his works. Whitman is among the most influential poets in the American canon, often called the father of free verse. His work was very controversial in its time, particularly his poetry collection Leaves of Grass, which was described as obscene for its overt sexuality.Born ...

Stuck in a rut? Feeling like you could benefit from a bit of inspiration? Turn to Pushing to the Front from renowned self-help author Orison Swett Marden. This volume is packed with motivational anecdotes and accounts of men and women who triumphed over adversity and achieved success in even the most difficult circumstances. A must-read for anyone who needs to gather strength before facing down a challenge.

This file includes: Authors and Friends by Annie Fields, Brook Farm by John Thomas Codman, Hawthorne by Henry James, The Life and Genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne by Frank Preston Stearns, Memories of Hawthorne by Rose Hawthorne lathrop, My Friends at Boork Farm by John van Dee Zee Sears, Nathaniel Hawthorne by George E. Woodberry, Sketches from Concord and Appledore by Frank Preston Stearns, A Study of Hawthorne by George Parsons lathrop, and Yesterdays with Authors by James Fields. Accordin...

This comprehensive eBook presents significant works of this famous and brilliant writer in one ebook - estimated 14860 pages easy-to-read and easy-to-navigate: • Uncle Tom's Cabin • My Wife and I • The Minister's Wooing • Uncle Tom's Cabin, Young Folks' Edition • American Woman's Home: Or, Principles of Domestic Science; and Catharine Esther Beecher • Betty's Bright Idea; Deacon Pitkin's Farm; and the First Christmas of New England • Oldtown Fireside Stories • Household Papers and Stories ...