Gifts of Genius: A Miscellany of Prose and Poetry by American Authors by Osgood
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"Gifts of Genius: A Miscellany of Prose and Poetry by American Authors" by Osgood is a collection of original writings featuring both prose and poetry created by esteemed American authors, likely compiled in the mid-19th century. This anthology showcases a diverse selection of literary voices and styles, demonstrating the depth of American literature during this flourishing period. The book offers a glimpse into the human experience through various themes, reflecting on love,
nature, and societal dynamics, all crafted with rich expressions and emotive storytelling. The beginning of this work presents an introductory preface by W.C. Bryant, emphasizing the heartfelt motivation behind the anthology. It highlights the plight of Miss Davenport, for whom the collection was compiled, following her tragic loss of sight. The first story in the collection, "Out at Elbows: The Story of St. George Cleave" by John Esten Cooke, introduces the titular character, a reflective and somewhat melancholic young man enjoying the beauty of autumn and contemplating his humble life amidst the backdrop of his ancestry and connections with others. As he navigates his day, marked by memories and bygone aspirations, themes of love and social status emerge, foreshadowing the interplay of personal feelings and societal perceptions that will unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Osgood, Samuel, 1812-1880 |
|---|---|
| Title | Gifts of Genius: A Miscellany of Prose and Poetry by American Authors |
| Credits |
Produced by Curtis Weyant, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images produced by the Wright American Fiction Project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American literature |
| Subject | Gift books |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17872 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-17872-1 |
| Release Date | Feb 27, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 686 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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