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A list of poems by john greenleaf whittier an american poet and editor, john greenleaf whittier was born december 17, 1807 the academy of american poets is the largest membershipbased nonprofit organization fostering an appreciation for contemporary poetry and supporting american poets. This childrens book features 26 fullcolor illustrations that will enchant readers of all ages. Of particular value to collectors as evidence of a very early form of the book. John greenleaf whittier rare books and first editions at. Sweeter than any sung my songs that found no tongue, nobler than any fact my wish that failed of act. The book has the authors signature on the front picture page.
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One page front and back, 4 x 5, november 8, 1878, danvers, massachusetts, to dear frd friend, referring the recipient to some of whittier s poems and to my publisher j. Whittiers poems by john greenleaf whittier alibris. Original photograph of poet john greenleaf whittier with hand written and signed sentiment mounted below the photo. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. I write my name as one, on sands by waves oerrun or winters frosted pane, traces a record vain. Buy poems by john greenleaf whittier online at alibris. The gold lettering of the word autograph and the picture of a book and quill. Whittier s complete poems, household edition, 1894. Dea icas94 getty images in the 30year struggle to abolish slavery, john greenleaf whittier played an important role as a poet, as a politician, and as a moral force. Whittier john greenleaf, signed abebooks passion for books. John greenleaf whittier signature 81866 at amazons. Autograph sentiment signed very truly thy friend john g whittier amesbury22nd 9 mo 1868. Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. Whittier whittier wrote, signed and dated this letter from danvers, massachusetts in 1889 to thank the recipient for a note, which enabled him to thank a church club for putting him on his calendar.
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