H. W. Longfellow: Hiawatha
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H. W. Longfellow: Hiawatha
Hiawatha invents the pictogram which he carves onto a tree
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1855 Carves Hiawatha Invents Longfellow Pictogram
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This image depicts the renowned American poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, deeply engrossed in the creative process of inventing the pictograms that would become a significant part of the legend of Hiawatha. The scene is set in the mid-19th century, with Longfellow dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, complete with a collared shirt, waistcoat, and cravat. The poet is shown in a serene forest setting, surrounded by the natural beauty of the American landscape. Longfellow's focus is on the tree before him, as he carefully carves the intricate symbols into its bark. The pictograms, which would later be immortalized in his epic poem "The Song of Hiawatha," were inspired by the indigenous peoples' use of symbols to communicate and record their history. Longfellow's groundbreaking work brought these ancient traditions to the forefront of American literature, making them accessible to a wider audience. Published in 1855, "The Song of Hiawatha" was a critical and commercial success, and it cemented Longfellow's place in American literary history. The poem tells the story of Hiawatha, a legendary hero from the Iroquoian confederacy, and his journey to unite the warring tribes. Longfellow's innovative use of the oral tradition, combined with his poetic skills, created a masterpiece that continues to captivate readers to this day. This photograph, taken during the time when Longfellow was writing and publishing "The Song of Hiawatha," offers a rare glimpse into the creative process of a literary giant. The image transports us back to a time when the written word held the power to bridge cultural divides and bring people together through the universal language of storytelling.
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