Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Works of Joseph Rodman Drake 1795-1820: A Memoir is a book that chronicles the life and literary career of Joseph Rodman Drake, an American poet who lived during the early 19th century. The memoir is authored by Drake himself and provides an intimate portrait of his personal life and creative process.The book begins with a brief biography of Drake, detailing his upbringing in New York City and his education at Columbia College. It then delves into his literary career, exploring his most famous works such as ""The Culprit Fay"" and ""The American Flag.""Throughout the memoir, Drake reflects on his own artistic process and the challenges he faced as a writer during his time. He also discusses his relationships with other prominent literary figures of the era, including Washington Irving and James Fenimore Cooper.Overall, The Life and Works of Joseph Rodman Drake 1795-1820: A Memoir offers readers a unique glimpse into the life and mind of one of America's most celebrated poets.Complete Text Of His Poems And Prose Including Much Never Before Printed.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.
