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WHITTIER, JOHN G.

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WHITTIER, JOHN G.
(1807 - 1892) ""The Quaker Poet"", American author of poetry including ""Barefoot Boy"" and ""Barbara Frietchie"". A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo., Oak Knoll, ""2nd. Mo. 23, 1886"", to L. H. Scuddis, in part: ""... I fear it will not be possible for me to lie present at the Celebration of the Decenniel Anniversary of the Appalachian Club...I read its published proceedings. It was opened up new vista and perspectives, blazed paths for future pilgrims to newly discover shrines of nature, and cheered the hearts of home-bound invalids..."". Boldly written in purple ink, matted with a portrait of Whittier, ready for framing.