The Mentor: American Pioneer Prose Writers, by Hamilton Wright Mabie
"The Mentor: American Pioneer Prose Writers" by Hamilton Wright Mabie is a literary collection published during the early 20th century. This book serves as a critical exploration of foundational American prose writers, highlighting their contributions to literature and the cultural landscape of early America. It delves into the lives and works of significant figures like Jonathan Edwards, Benjamin Franklin, and Washington Irving, among others, who are considered pioneers of American prose. The
book provides an insightful overview of these writers' backgrounds, their literary achievements, and the historical context in which they wrote. Each monograph included focuses on a specific author, detailing their influences, notable works, and the impact of their writings on American literature as a whole. For instance, it discusses the theological and philosophical contributions of Jonathan Edwards, the innovative spirit and wit of Benjamin Franklin, and the humor and historical narrative of Washington Irving. Through these portraits, Mabie illustrates the diverse range of styles and themes that characterize the early American literary tradition, demonstrating how these writers shaped the nation's cultural identity and legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mabie, Hamilton Wright, 1846-1916 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Mentor: American Pioneer Prose Writers, Vol. 4, Num. 6, Serial No. 106, May 1, 1916 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Jonathan Edwards -- Benjamin Franklin -- Charles Brockden Brown -- Washington Irving -- James Kirke Paulding -- James Fenimore Cooper -- American pioneer prose writers. |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Authors, American |
| Subject | American prose literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51731 |
| Release Date | Apr 11, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 84 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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