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Focusing on the influence of nineteenth-century print culture, the book delves into how it shaped Edgar Allan Poe's literary contributions. Kevin Hayes explores the relationship between Poe's writings and the evolving media landscape of his time, highlighting the significance of print in shaping his themes and audience reception. Through this analysis, the work offers insights into the broader cultural context that informed Poe's creativity and legacy.

Exploring the life and works of Herman Melville, this introduction delves into the historical and cultural contexts surrounding his writing. Key themes such as modernity, Melville's writing process, and his correspondence are examined alongside notable works like Moby Dick and Billy Budd. The text also highlights the evolution of Melville scholarship, making it an essential resource for students new to his literature. Kevin J. Hayes presents a thorough yet engaging overview, emphasizing the significance of Melville in the American literary landscape.

Exploring the intellectual side of Patrick Henry, this book challenges the longstanding perception of him as merely an anti-intellectual figure. By analyzing overlooked evidence, including Henry's library inventory, the author argues that Henry was deeply engaged with the intellectual currents of his time. The narrative follows Henry's education, legal career, and his relationship with literature, revealing how books influenced his oratory, legislative work, and personal life. A detailed appendix reconstructs his library, offering insights into his literary interests.

Revered as a general and trusted as America's first elected leader, George Washington is considered a great many things in the contemporary imagination, but an intellectual is not one of them. In correcting this longstanding misconception, The Books in George Washington's Life offers a... číst celé

The life of Edgar Allan Poe (1809 1849) is the quintessential writer's biography great works arising from a life of despair, poverty, alcoholism, and a mysterious solitary death. This title argues that Poe's work anticipated many of the directions Western thought would take in the century to come.

Utilising new and original research, Kevin J. Hayes looks at the role and influence of Shakespeare in eighteenth century America. Hayes, winner of the 2018 George Washington Book Prize, offers an exciting new perspective on the history of both Shakespeare scholarship and the United States.

Exploring the intersection of folklore and book culture, this study by Kevin J. Hayes reveals how orally circulated stories and written texts influence each other. It challenges the perception that these two forms are opposites, showcasing numerous instances where they converge. Through this examination, Hayes invites readers to reconsider the relationship between oral traditions and literary practices, highlighting the rich interplay between these cultural expressions.

Focusing on the intellectual life of women in British North America, this work examines the reading habits and literary interests of colonial women. Kevin J. Hayes highlights that while much research has centered on the post-revolutionary period, women were engaging with literature long before this era. He emphasizes the significance of their reading practices and presents evidence indicating that literacy rates among colonial women were higher than previously believed, enriching our understanding of their contributions to early American culture.

Details Lawrence's reception of Melville and reveals his underacknowledged role in the Melville Revival, while contributing to the history of the book and the study of the creative process. číst celé

This fast-paced new biography surveys all Herman Melville's major works and tells the compelling story of his unpredictable professional and personal life.