James Russell Lowell was one of the most celebrated American writers of the 19th century, whose poetry and prose helped shape the cultural landscape of the United States. This insightful biography offers a detailed look into Lowell's fascinating life and the many influences that shaped his work.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.