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Anthology of American Literature, Volume 1: Colonial through Romantic

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Anne Bradstreet
Anne Bradstreet

Anne Bradstreet, born on March 20, 1612, and died on September 16, 1672, was one of the most prominent poets in America before the American Revolutionary War. She is hailed as a pioneer of American poetry and her works are known for their religious themes and feminine perspective. Bradstreet's poetry holds a significant place in the history of American literature. more

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