James Whitcomb Riley As I Knew Him : Real Incidents In The Early Life Of America's Beloved Poet
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""James Whitcomb Riley As I Knew Him"" is a biographical account of the early life of James Whitcomb Riley, one of America's most beloved poets. Written by Minnie Belle Mitchell, a close friend and confidante of Riley, the book offers a unique perspective on the poet's formative years. Through a series of real incidents and personal anecdotes, Mitchell paints a vivid picture of Riley's childhood, family life, and early career as a writer. The book delves into Riley's struggles with poverty, his passion for literature, and his eventual rise to fame as a celebrated poet. Along the way, readers are treated to a wealth of fascinating details about Riley's life and times, including his relationships with other writers and artists, his travels across the country, and his enduring legacy as a literary icon. ""James Whitcomb Riley As I Knew Him"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this beloved American poet.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781163146606
- ISBN-10: 1163146609
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9.25 x 7.5 x 0.55 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
- Page Count: 260
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