Henry Wadsworth Longfellow - The Golden Legend: "Not in the shouts and plaudits of the throng, but in ourselves, are triumph and defeat"

The biography details the life of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, highlighting his early literary aspirations, fluency in languages, and significant works. It recounts personal tragedies, including the loss of his first wife, which deeply affected his writing. Longfellow's rise to fame is marked by notable publications such as "Evangeline" and "The Song of Hiawatha," and his role as a leading figure among The Fireside Poets. His legacy as a beloved poet is underscored by his influence on American culture, culminating in his death in 1882.