The Prose Writers Of America: With A Survey Of The History, Condition And Prospects Of American Literature is a comprehensive book by Rufus Wilmot Griswold that explores the history, condition, and future of American literature. The book is a collection of essays and biographies of prominent American writers of the time, including Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Washington Irving. Griswold provides a detailed analysis of the literary works of these writers and their contributions to American literature. He also discusses the cultural and social context in which these writers wrote and how their works reflected the changing times. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of American literature. Griswold examines the origins of American literature, the influence of European literature on American writers, and the emergence of a distinctly American literary style. He also discusses the role of women writers and the importance of regional literature in shaping American literary traditions. Overall, The Prose Writers Of America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of American literature. Griswold's insightful analysis and detailed biographies provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives and works of some of America's most important literary figures.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.