The Hanging of the Crane and Other Poems of the Home

1874. Probably the best loved of American poets the world over is Henry Wadsworth Longfellow; he is loved for his gift of easy rhyme written with a natural grace and melody centered around themes with universal appeal. The Hanging of the Crane is Longfellow's most elaborate performance in his familiar role as the poet of the domestic affections. Contents: The Hanging of the Crane; The Children's Hour; To a Child; Maidenhood; The Castle-builder; Weariness; The Golden Mile-Stone; Children; Resignation; Song; and Notes. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.