The Correspondence of Washington Allston - Paperback

by Nathalia Wright (Editor)

Washington Allston (1779-1843), the first major American artist trained in Europe, produced important paintings, explored sculpture and architecture, and published poetry and art criticism. On his return to America he became influential in the cultural and intellectual life of New England. Allston """"knew everyone"""" and corresponded with many of the leading figures of his day, including Wordsworth, Longfellow, Irving, Sully, and Morse. Nathalia Wright's edition is the most comprehensive work to d

Author Biography

Nathalia Wright is Alumni Distinguished Service Professor Emerita of the University of Tennessee.