Speech of Hon. Edward Everett, of Mass., on the Central American Treaty


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Discussed the need for a faster route from the eastern United States to California. Raised the possibility of a canal across Nicaragua and relations with the Central American nations.






















Bibliotheca Americana


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The American Renaissance in New England


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Contains biographical sketches of authors who wrote or began publishing their major works during the American Renaissance in New England (between 1830 and 1860). Wide scope of authors includes: novelists, poets, essayists, editors, humorists, translators, compilers, journalists, reformers, abolitionists, scientists, lexicographers; special attention is given to the Transcendental authors - headed by Emerson and Thoreau.