By JAMES B. SMILEY, A.M., Assistant Principal of Lincoln High School,
Cleveland, Ohio
The aim of this little manual is simply to open the way to a study of
the masterpieces of American literature. The treatment is biographical
rather than critical, as the intention is to interest beginners in
the lives of the great writers. Although the greatest space has been
devoted to the most celebrated writers, attention is also directed
to authors prominent in the early history of our country, and to a
few writers whose books are enjoying the popularity of the moment.
Suggestions for reading appear at the end of the chapters.
AMERICAN BOOK COMPANY
(S. 98)