American Cultural History, 1607-1829: A Facsimile Reproduction of Lectures on American Literature, 1829Scholars' Facsimiles & Reprints, 1961 - 300 oldal Reprint of Lectures on American Literature (1829). Designed to exhibit "the history of the thoughts & intellectual labours of our forefathers, as well as their deeds," this brilliantly written book deals with language, education, poetry, fine arts, oratory, & military & naval exploits. |
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