The book ""Letters of Charles Eliot Norton with Biographical Comments V1"" is a collection of personal letters written by Charles Eliot Norton, a prominent American scholar, writer, and social critic of the 19th century. The letters are compiled and edited by Sara Norton, his daughter-in-law, who provides biographical comments and contextual information to help readers understand the significance of the letters.The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the period from 1855 to 1871. The letters in this volume are primarily focused on Norton's personal life, including his relationships with family members, friends, and colleagues. They also provide insights into his intellectual interests, including his love of literature, art, and music.Throughout the book, readers are given a glimpse into the social and cultural milieu of the time, as Norton interacts with some of the most important figures of the day, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and James Russell Lowell. The letters also shed light on Norton's involvement in various political and social causes, including the abolitionist movement and the Civil War.Overall, ""Letters of Charles Eliot Norton with Biographical Comments V1"" is a fascinating and insightful look into the life and times of one of America's most important intellectuals of the 19th century. It will be of interest to anyone interested in American history, literature, and culture.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.