Kentucky In American Letters V1 1784-1912 (1913)

""Kentucky In American Letters V1: 1784-1912"" is a historical book written by John Wilson Townsend and published in 1913. The book explores the literary history of Kentucky from the state's founding in 1784 up until 1912. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Kentucky's literary history. The first section provides an overview of the state's early literary development, including the works of prominent writers such as James Lane Allen and John Fox Jr. The book then delves into the Civil War era, discussing the impact of the war on Kentucky's literary scene and highlighting the works of writers such as Ambrose Bierce and Mary Jane Holmes. Later sections of the book explore the rise of Kentucky's African American literature, as well as the contributions of women writers to the state's literary tradition. The book also includes a detailed bibliography of Kentucky literature, making it a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the subject. Overall, ""Kentucky In American Letters V1: 1784-1912"" provides a comprehensive look at the literary history of Kentucky, highlighting the state's unique contributions to American literature.In Two Volumes.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.