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Keeping the Spark Alive: Defending Longfellow's Fireside Poetry

Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site

Description

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's reputation was highly esteemed during his life. However, the century-plus since his death has seen public opinion slip away from him. In this installment of From the Vault on Brattle Street, Ranger Kate takes a look at what might have caused this.

Duration

7 minutes, 32 seconds

Date Created

10/02/2020

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