A prolific poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow often wrote about the natural world. His nature poetry, although abundant, is often overlooked in favor of his national narrative epics like "Paul Revere's Ride" and "Song of Hiawatha." This series sheds light on Longfellow's nature poetry, contextualizing his work through his academic, social, art, and literary influences.
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Article 1: Longfellow's Environmental Niche
A look at Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's influence and involvement in the environmental literary, art, and social movements of the mid 1800s. Read more
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Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site
Article 2: Longfellow's Nature Poetry
A close read of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's nature poetry. Read more
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Article 3: Nature Poetry Resources
A springboard of resources to expand on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's nature poetry and discover more contemporary eco-poets. Read more