Cross of Snow

In Cross of Snow, Nicholas Basbanes offers a richly detailed exploration of the life and legacy of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, drawing on over twelve years of research and exclusive access to personal materials. The biography delves into Longfellow’s creative achievements, his relationships, and the personal tragedies that shaped him, revealing the man behind his celebrated literary contributions. Through this portrait, readers gain insight into Longfellow’s influence on American literature and his enduring place in the cultural landscape.