Among My Books, Second Series By James Russell Lowell Professor of Belles-Lettres in Harvard College. 10th edition A collection of insightful literary essays, Among My Books offers a deep dive into the works of various authors and poets. Lowell, a renowned American poet and critic, shares his erudite perspectives on a range of topics, from Shakespeare to Dante. With his elegant prose and keen analytical eye, Lowell explores the nuances of literary style, the power of language, and the enduring impact of great works of literature. This book is a testament to Lowell's intellectual curiosity and his love for the written word. “To R. W. Emerson. A love and honor which more than thirty years have deepened, though priceless to him they enrich, are of little import to one capable of inspiring them. Yet I cannot deny myself the pleasure of so far intruding on your reserve as at least to make public acknowledgment of the debt I can never repay.” BOSTON: HOUGHTON, MIFFLIN AND COMPANY. The Riverside Press, Cambridge, 1884. Copyright 1876. BY JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL.