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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Biography
Biography of American poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, famous for The Song of Hiawatha and The Courtship of Miles Standish.
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Longfellow's 7 Year Courtship of Fanny Appleton
He was Harvard Professor Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. She was Boston socialite Fanny Appleton. It took seven years to win her heart and hand.
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
A lot of people are familiar with the works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, particularly <i>Paul Revere's Ride</i> and <i>The Children's Hour</i>. But few people know of the bountiful, but also tragic life of this man, who wrote such beautiful poetry.
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Appleton Family Bible Records
These Appleton family Bible records, purchased at a Boston bookshop in 1950, ended up in the Princeton University Library, a place genealogists would not be apt to look.
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Classic Authors: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
A brief biography of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Longfellow was a careful scholar, and his poems reflect an intuition that allowed him to see into the heart and soul of his subject.
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Evangeline: Acadian Icon
The appealing heroine of Longfellow's famous epic evolved into an icon of cultural history for the Acadians and their Cajun descendants.
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The Forgotten Midnight Riders
Listen my children and you shall hear of the midnight ride of Paul Revere, William Dawes, Samuel Prescott and many more men, women, children crying "The Regulars are out"
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Visit Grand Pré for Acadian History, Evangeline
Grand Pré Historic Site recalls Acadian life and the historic expulsion. Visit Grand Pré to see Evangeline, explore an archaeological dig, or taste the local wines.
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A-G Famous American Literature
A guide to often noted novelists, playwrights, and songwriters of the USA...Following the literary influences on the formation of the "American Dream."
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First Native American Writer
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was inspired by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft's published writings describing the Ojibwa culture. The writings actually belonged to Jane Schoolcraft.
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Harvard Alumni from Classes of 1741-1745
The list of these 1741-1745 Harvard graduates reads like a "Who's Who" of leaders that were instrumental in changing America from colony to new nation.
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Poems for Children
Dickinson's ".A Light Exists in Spring" and Longfellow's "The Children's Hour" offer two slants on childhood that recapture two important aspects of growing up.
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The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere Corrected
The upcoming April anniversary of the Ride is an occasion to learn what really happened on April 18, 1775 by visiting events in Concord and Lexington, MA.
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Colonial Occupations in Early American History
Colonial Era occupations were interesting and unique, focusing on skilled trades necessary in the creation of a society that worked toward prosperity and consumerism.
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Midnight Rider
Ride along with Paul Revere and witness what he did - and didn't - say and do in April of 1775. You may be surprised, but you won't be disappointed.
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Art and The American Civil War
The epic clash over slavery and secession between the American North and South would inspire artwork at the time and into the 20th century.
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Artist Fairfield Porter
Both artist and critic, the independent-minded Fairfield Porter explored realistic scenes and landscapes at a time when Abstract-Expressionism was in vogue.
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Christmas Quotes from Great Writers
Famous great writers quoted for their Christmas thoughts and sentiments.
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Descent from Puritan John Lothrop
Rev. John Lothrop (or Lathrop), an Anglican priest, was imprisoned in England for his independent views and released on the condition that he head for America.
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Great Victorian Writers on the Isle of Wight
During the 19th century poets, writers, artists, philosophers and statesmen jouneyed to the Isle in the Solent, thanks to the presence of Queen Victoria who lived there.
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History of British Women Composers
It is often thought that composing was a man's work exclusively. Here are a few British women whose compositions were performed and/or published in their lifetime.
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Poets' Corner by John Lithgow
John Lithgow's Poets' Corner is the one-and-only poetry book for the whole family.
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Profile of a Mayflower Pilgrim: John Howland
John Howland, ancestor of three American presidents, was among 18 servants aboard the Mayflower's 1620 voyage that established Plymouth Colony.
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Lanny Poffo Interview
Lanny the Non-Smoking Dad keeps busy with his anti-smoking campaign, but has also written poetry for other causes, including the Special Olympics.
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Mr. Deeds
Mr. Deeds, Mr. Deeds Goes To Town, Adam Sandler, Winona Ryder, $40 billion dollars, pizzeria, greeting cards, laugh, funny.

Venus, Our Sister Planet
Some facts & fancy about Venus, the second planet from the Sun.
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Great Thinkers' Friendship Quotes and Words
Many great thinkers have been quoted on their views of friendship. Sweet words about friends, friendships, & love of a friend by wise philosophers, writers & artists.
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Frost: One of the Greats
The changing of the season is always a good time to dip into some nature poetry, and who is better than Robert Frost at satisfying our appetite for nature poetry?
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Getting to Know Fennel
The unusual flavor and characteristics of fennel provide for some interesting folklore, and some tasty recipes too.
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Robert Frost: A Study of Seasons
This essay looks at a selection of Frost's seasonal poems, offering ways of thinking about them, including possible topics for writing about Frost's poems.
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English Composer Edward Elgar
English composer Sir Edward Elgar (1857-1934) celebrates his 150th birthday in the year 2007. But who was this contemporary of Gustav Holst and Frederick Delius?
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The Raven
A classic American poem, hauntingly illustrated by Ryan Price.
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Happy New Year
More New Year's toasts
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Listen My Friends
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Dvorák's New World Symphony
Antonin Dvorák wrote his 9th Symphony in the spirit of America's search for a particular national identity. Though perhaps inaccurate, his symphony remains ever popular.
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John and Priscilla Alden
John Alden and Priscilla were among the Mayflower passengers who settled Plymouth Colony, in the New World, in 1620. They wed in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
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Sarah Palin's Ancestry: Solid New England
Sarah Palin is upper echelon when it comes to descent from the nation's colonial era founding families in New England.
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Antoni Grabowski: conclusion
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Poetry for Children
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Boston Freedom Trail Field Trip
Field trip activities on Boston's Freedom Trail make the American Revolutionary War and United States colonial history come alive for students of all ages
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Colorado's Natural Mineral Springs
Early settlers were fascinated by Colorado's many mineral springs and their amazing abilities to heal conditions as diverse as tuberculosis and arthritis.
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Easter Bunny Quotes Add Spring Speech Flare
Need some inspiration for an Easter party or an upcoming staff meeting? Take a page, or at least several clever phrases, from some great thinkers.
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Explore Eastern Canada - Acadian Nova Scotia
In the 17th-century many people crossed the Atlantic from France to settle in their new homeland, Acadia, now part of Canada's Maritime provinces. Ici on parle français.
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Income Tax, Economic Recession & Money Movies
Many movies focus on the subject of money - having it, gaining it, losing it, and lacking it. Dramatic, comic, romantic, war, crime, and many film genres utilize it.
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Isle of Wight Towns, UK - Shanklin Old Village
It is difficult to name one village as more charming than another on the isle, but postcard perfect Shanklin Old Village is regularly voted Prettiest Village on the Wight
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Lively Acadian Culture in New Brunswick, Canada
Cultural travelers visiting the New Brunswick coast will be swept away by the great seafood, historic Expulsion of the Acadians, and lively music that is Acadian culture.
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Mother Knew Best - Book Review
"Mother Knew Best" by Elsa and David Hornfischer is a wonderful collection of wit and wisdom from the mothers of successful and famous people.
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Nathaniel Hawthorne, An American Classic
Lives of Writers of the New World were often predetermined by Old World traditions. Hawthorne's family history was based on the tradition of a curse.
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Nova Scotia Driving Trips
Whether on two wheels or four, visitors can explore the pretty Nova Scotia coast over a series of scenic trails that link together the most popular NS attractions.
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