Poets and Poetry of Indiana: A Representative Collection of the Poetry of Indiana During the First Hundred Years of Its History as Territory and State, 1800 to 1900 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Benjamin S. Parker

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484138944 ISBN 13: 9780484138949

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore Indiana’s poetic heart through a one‑of‑a‑kind early collection.

This nonfiction anthology gathers representative Indiana poetry from the territory’s first century as a state, enriched by biographical notes and historical context. A window into the state’s literary development, it pairs beloved verses with portraits of the poets who shaped a regional voice.

Delight in seventy years of verse from Indiana’s early writers, alongside thoughtful biographies that place their work in time and place. The book blends poetry with portraits of the era, offering both cultural insight and a memorable reading experience.

• Curated selections that trace Indiana’s poetic voice from territory days to statehood
• Biographical notes and context for major poets and their careers
• A historical companion for readers of American poetry and Midwest history
• Illustrates the connections between place, culture, and literary imagination

Ideal for readers of regional history, poetry lovers, and anyone curious about Indiana’s literary heritage.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484138944
• ISBN 13: 9780484138949
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 522