James Russell Lowell, a Biography; Vol. 1/2

Published in 1901, 'James Russell Lowell, a Biography; Vol. 1/2' by Horace Elisha Scudder offers an in-depth look at the life of James Russell Lowell, a significant American poet and diplomat of the 19th century. The biography draws from personal letters and anecdotes to illustrate Lowell's character and achievements, beginning with his childhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Scudder contextualizes Lowell's literary and social contributions, exploring the influences that shaped him, particularly his familial background and early experiences in nature.