Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Thomas Wentworth Higginson

"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Thomas Wentworth Higginson" by Higginson is a compilation detailing the various works authored by Higginson, covering a wide range of genres including essays, narratives, and historical accounts, likely written during the late 19th century to early 20th century. The book serves as an index showcasing Higginson's literary contributions, exploring topics such as military life, women's rights, American literature, and historical explorations. The content of this compilation includes a diverse array of Higginson's writings such as "Malbone," a romance set in Oldport; "Army Life in a Black Regiment," which depicts the experiences of African American soldiers during the Civil War; and "Women and the Alphabet," a series of essays addressing women's education and societal roles. Additionally, Higginson explores American explorations from the Norse discoveries to Colonial America in "A Book of American Explorers." Each work contributes to a broader understanding of pivotal themes in American history and culture, making this index a valuable resource for those interested in Higginson's literary impact and the era's social issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Thomas Wentworth Higginson, who went by the name Wentworth, was an American Unitarian minister, author, abolitionist, politician, and soldier. He was active in abolitionism in the United States during the 1840s and 1850s, identifying himself with disunion and militant abolitionism. He was a member of the Secret Six who supported John Brown. During the Civil War, he served as colonel of the 1st South Carolina Volunteers, the first federally authorized black regiment, from 1862 to 1864. Following the war, he wrote about his experiences with African-American soldiers and devoted much of the rest of his life to fighting for the rights of freed people, women, and other disfranchised peoples. He is also remembered as a mentor to poet Emily Dickinson.