Gifts of Genius A Miscellany of Prose and Poetry by American Authors

Gifts of Genius is an anthology edited by Samuel Osgood showcasing a collection of prose and poetry from notable American authors of the 19th century. The compilation features works that exemplify the intellectual and creative spirit of American writers during a time of great cultural and literary development. Osgood curated the volume to highlight the diversity and depth of American literature offering both well-known and emerging voices in a variety of genres. The anthology includes essays poems and short stories that reflect on themes of nature society morality and personal experience. It is a celebration of the literary accomplishments of American authors including contributions from poets like Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and James Russell Lowell alongside prose writers such as Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allan Poe. The pieces are chosen for their artistic merit as well as their ability to convey the evolving American identity during the mid-1800s.