Publisher's Synopsis
American Renaissance: Art and Expression in the Age of Emerson and Whitman is a non-fiction book written by Francis Otto Matthiessen. It explores the cultural and artistic movements that took place in America during the mid-19th century, a period known as the American Renaissance. The book focuses on two of the most influential figures of the time, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Walt Whitman, and their impact on American literature and art.Matthiessen examines the social, political, and intellectual climate of the era, and how it influenced the artistic expressions of the time. He discusses the emergence of transcendentalism, a philosophical movement that emphasized individualism, intuition, and spiritualism. He also explores the influence of European Romanticism on American literature and art.The book features in-depth analyses of works by Emerson and Whitman, as well as other notable writers and artists of the time, including Nathaniel Hawthorne, Herman Melville, and Thomas Cole. Matthiessen also discusses the impact of the Civil War on American culture and art.American Renaissance: Art and Expression in the Age of Emerson and Whitman is a seminal work of literary and cultural criticism, and is considered a classic in American studies. It provides a comprehensive overview of a pivotal moment in American history and culture, and the enduring legacy of its artistic achievements.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.
