Longfellow's tribute to the famous revolutionary hero begins with the stirring cadence that American schoolchildren have committed to memory for over a century. Now illustrator Ted Rand brings these vivid and beautiful lines to life as dramatically as the poet's immortal message inspires.The clatter of hooves seems to echo in Rand's evocative paintings of that famed midnight ride.... --Kirkus reviews

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An EPIC POEM of Acadia by HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW.

Evangeline: A Tale of Acadia by AMERICAN author HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW )1807-1882) is an epic poem in dactylic hexameter first published in 1847 in the UNITED STATES.

A beloved LITERARY classic telling the story of the Acadian peoples whose lives were devastated after the French authorities ceded the Acadian colonies of Nova Scotia to the British.

Evangeline describes the betrothal of a fictional Acadian girl named Evangeline Bellefontaine to her beloved, Gabriel Lajeunesse, and their separation as the British deport the Acadians from Acadie in the Great Upheaval.

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'In the Acadian land, on the shores of the Basin of Minas,

Distant, secluded, still, the little village of Grand-Pré

Lay in the fruitful valley. Vast meadows stretched to the eastward,

Giving the village its name, and pasture to flocks without number.

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• Originally published in 1847
• Epic poem

Longfellow was the most popular poet of his day. This selection includes generous samplings from his longer works--Evangeline, The Courtship of Miles Standish, and Hiawatha--as well as his shorter lyrics and less familiar narrative poems.

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Rich in imagery and detail, this exquisitely rendered picture book introduces readers to one of America's favorite classic poems, The Song of Hiawatha by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Illustrated by Susan Jeffers, the Caldecott-Honor winning author of Three Jovial Huntsmen, A Mother Goose Rhyme, this book beautifully weaves together oral traditions of American Indian culture and presents a charming and hypnotic account of Hiawatha's boyhood.

Exquisite, detailed illustrations grace this picture book which presents the part of Longfellow's stirring poem dealing with Hiawatha's boyhood and his relationship to his grandmother, who teaches him about the ways of animals and the forces of nature. The illustrator's careful research on flora and fauna and woodland Indian culture is evident. Some of the poem's background is explained in a note at the beginning. This is truly a picture book for all ages.--Children's Literature (emphasis added)

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Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417955775.

The Song of Hiawatha (1855) is an epic poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. A master of poetic tradition and form, Longfellow wrote The Song of Hiawatha in trochaic tetrameter, the meter of such classical epics as the Finnish Kalevala. Inspired by stories from Ojibwe oral tradition, for which he consulted Ojibwe chief Kahge-ga-gah-bowh and other indigenous sources, Longfellow composed his American epic, a story of romance and perseverance steeped in legend and beloved by generations to come.

Along the shores of Lake Superior, an Ojibwe leader prophesies the arrival of Hiawatha, a great and noble hero. Before he can be born, however, Mudjekeewis must father the Four Winds by killing the Great Bear. His sons grow to be wild, fearless warriors, defending their land and feuding endlessly with one another. Although Nokomis, a woman who fell from the moon, warns her daughter not to fall for the West Wind, Wenonah is seduced by him, bringing about the birth of Hiawatha. Powerful and adventurous from a young age, Hiawatha grows into a legendary figure responsible for the discovery of corn and the invention of a written language for his people. When he meets the beautiful Minnehaha, a young Dakota woman, he struggles to balance his responsibilities as a leader and protector with a love that overwhelms him. The Song of Hiawatha is a romance of epic proportions that pays tribute to the stories of America's first peoples.

With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's The Song of Hiawatha is a classic of American literature reimagined for modern readers.

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This book ambitiously brings together all Longfellow's poems into a single volume. As well as his justly famous works such as 'Hiawatha', 'The Wreck of the Hesperus' and 'Evangeline', there is much else here to delight the reader, such as his many short poems, translations and verse-dramas. This is a new edition of the text - not a scan - carefully hand-edited to be clear and complete.

This book ambitiously brings together all Longfellow's poems into a single volume. As well as his justly famous works such as 'Hiawatha', 'The Wreck of the Hesperus' and 'Evangeline', there is much else here to delight the reader, such as his many short poems, translations and verse-dramas. This is a new edition of the text - not a scan - carefully hand-edited to be clear and complete.

Dante's Inferno By Dante Alighieri, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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Tales of a Wayside Inn published in 1863, is a book of poetry by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882), the famous American poet. In this book, Longfellow depicts a group of people gathered in the tavern at the Wayside Inn in Sudbury, Massachusetts, as each tells a story in the form of a poem. The characters telling the stories at the inn are based on real people of Longfellow's acquaintance, and was originally titled 'The Sudbury Tales.' There actually was a Wayside Inn located about 20 miles from Longfellow's home in Cambridge. This volume also includes Birds of Passage: Flight the Second. Longfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He became one of the most popular American poet of his day and had success overseas.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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Evangeline describes the betrothal of a fictional Acadian girl named Evangeline Bellefontaine to her beloved, Gabriel Lajeunesse, and their separation as the British deport the Acadians from Acadie in the Great Upheaval. The poem then follows Evangeline across the landscapes of America as she spends years in a search for him, at some times being near to Gabriel without realizing he was near.

Jeffrey Thompson's shimmering illustrations enhance the drama of Longfellow's immortal rhyme.

This handsome volume contains eight of the most popular of Longfellow's poems, including The Wreck of the Hesperus, The Village Blacksmith, Paul Revere's Ride, and excerpts from The Song of Hiawatha.

This title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades 6-8, Poetry)

In Evangeline: A Tale of Acadie, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow weaves an intricate narrative that explores themes of love, loss, and resilience against the backdrop of Acadian expulsion in the 18th century. Written in a lyrical and evocative style reminiscent of epic poetry, Longfellow employs a series of metrical patterns that echo the oral traditions of storytelling. The poem follows the protagonist, Evangeline, in her quest to reunite with her beloved Gabriel, reflecting both the personal struggles of its characters and the broader historical context of displacement and longing experienced by the Acadian people. Longfellow, an esteemed figure in American literature, was deeply influenced by his own cultural heritage and a commitment to preserving the narratives of marginalized communities. His extensive travels through Europe and his scholarly pursuits ignited a fascination with folklore and history, leading to a poignant exploration of the Acadian saga in this work. This blend of personal sentiment and historical awareness showcases Longfellow's capacity to articulate the complexities of human emotion amidst social upheaval. Evangeline is a compelling read for anyone interested in the confluence of history and literature, as it not only narrates a mesmerizing tale but also serves as a vital preservation of cultural memory. Longfellow's masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on themes of hope and endurance, making this classic an essential addition to any literary canon.

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