Roundabout to Boston (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance) by Howells

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Author Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920
Title Roundabout to Boston (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)
Note Reading ease score: 55.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Roundabout to Boston" by William Dean Howells is a collection of literary reflections and autobiographical anecdotes written in the late 19th century. This book encapsulates the author's experiences and connections within the literary circles of his time, particularly focusing on his life in Venice and the figures he encountered from American and European literature. It explores themes of ambition, recognition, and the struggles of a writer amid the socio-political backdrop of the Civil War. In the book, Howells shares intimate memories of prominent literary figures, including John Lothrop Motley, Henry Ward Beecher, and George William Curtis, highlighting his admiration for their work and the influence they had on his career as a writer. He recounts his journey from the defeats he experienced trying to publish his poetry to finding success in prose, particularly the letters he wrote about Venetian life. Through these personal stories and contemplations, Howells reflects on his growth as a writer, his longing for acceptance in the literary world, and the ups and downs of a writer's life, capturing both the vibrancy of 19th-century American culture and his deep-seated love for literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject New York (N.Y.)
Subject American literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism
Subject Venice (Italy) -- Description and travel
Subject Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 -- Friends and associates
Category Text
EBook-No. 3397
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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