This collection of poetry celebrates the beauty and culture of Italy, with particular attention given to Florence, Venice, Rome, and Naples. The author, an American diplomat and writer, draws on his experiences living in Italy and his friendship with Italian literary figures.
Robert Underwood Johnson Bücher
Dieser Autor war eine einflussreiche Persönlichkeit im Verlagswesen und in literarischen Kreisen, der sich maßgeblich für internationale Urheberrechtsgesetze und die Gestaltung literarischer Institutionen einsetzte. Seine Arbeit im Naturschutz, einschließlich der Unterstützung der Gründung des Yosemite-Nationalparks und des Sierra-Clubs, spiegelt ein tiefes Engagement für den Erhalt des Naturerbes wider. Er war auch ein engagierter Förderer des Kulturerbes und setzte sich für die Erhaltung von Stätten ein, die mit literarischen Größen verbunden sind. Seine aktive Rolle in internationalen Beziehungen und humanitären Bemühungen, insbesondere während Konfliktzeiten, unterstreicht eine tiefe Hingabe an den öffentlichen Dienst und das globale Verständnis.






The Winter Hour and Other Poems
- 96 Seiten
- 4 Lesestunden
This collection of poems by Robert Underwood Johnson includes his most famous work, 'The Winter Hour'. Johnson, an American poet, editor, and diplomat, was a prominent figure in literary circles during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His introspective and lyrical poetry is celebrated for its elegance and sophistication.
Poems 2d ed With New Poems
- 334 Seiten
- 12 Lesestunden
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This powerful collection of poems captures the emotional impact of war on both soldiers and civilians. Robert Underwood Johnson's moving verse explores the themes of loss, sacrifice, and hope in the context of some of the most significant events of the early 20th century. This is a must-read book for anyone interested in the history of World War I or the power of poetry to convey the human experience.
Battles and Leaders of the Civil War; Volume 1
- 390 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
The Shelf2Life American Civil War Collection is a unique and exciting collection of pre-1923 titles focusing on the American Civil War and the people and events surrounding it. From memoirs and biographies of notable military figures to firsthand accounts of famous battles and in-depth discussions of slavery, this collection is a remarkable opportunity for scholars and historians to rediscover the experience and impact of the Civil War. The volumes contained in the collection were all written within 60 years of the end of the war, which means that most authors had living memory of it and were facing the effects of the war while writing. These firsthand accounts allow the modern reader to more fully understand the culture of both the Union and Confederacy, the politics that governed the escalation and end of the war, the personal experience of life during the Civil War, and the most difficult and polarizing question in the history of the United States: slavery. The American Civil War Collection allows new readers access to the contemporary arguments and accounts surrounding the war, and is a vital new tool in understanding this important and pivotal chapter in American history.
Battles and Leaders of the Civil War; Volume 2
- 774 Seiten
- 28 Lesestunden
Battles and Leaders of the Civil War Vol 4
- 438 Seiten
- 16 Lesestunden
The Shelf2Life American Civil War Collection is a unique and exciting collection of pre-1923 titles focusing on the American Civil War and the people and events surrounding it. From memoirs and biographies of notable military figures to firsthand accounts of famous battles and in-depth discussions of slavery, this collection is a remarkable opportunity for scholars and historians to rediscover the experience and impact of the Civil War. The volumes contained in the collection were all written within 60 years of the end of the war, which means that most authors had living memory of it and were facing the effects of the war while writing. These firsthand accounts allow the modern reader to more fully understand the culture of both the Union and Confederacy, the politics that governed the escalation and end of the war, the personal experience of life during the Civil War, and the most difficult and polarizing question in the history of the United States: slavery. The American Civil War Collection allows new readers access to the contemporary arguments and accounts surrounding the war, and is a vital new tool in understanding this important and pivotal chapter in American history.
Battles and Leaders of the Civil War; Volume 3
- 386 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
The Shelf2Life American Civil War Collection is a unique and exciting collection of pre-1923 titles focusing on the American Civil War and the people and events surrounding it. From memoirs and biographies of notable military figures to firsthand accounts of famous battles and in-depth discussions of slavery, this collection is a remarkable opportunity for scholars and historians to rediscover the experience and impact of the Civil War. The volumes contained in the collection were all written within 60 years of the end of the war, which means that most authors had living memory of it and were facing the effects of the war while writing. These firsthand accounts allow the modern reader to more fully understand the culture of both the Union and Confederacy, the politics that governed the escalation and end of the war, the personal experience of life during the Civil War, and the most difficult and polarizing question in the history of the United States: slavery. The American Civil War Collection allows new readers access to the contemporary arguments and accounts surrounding the war, and is a vital new tool in understanding this important and pivotal chapter in American history.