The Claims Of Our Country On Its Literary Men

'The Claims Of Our Country On Its Literary Men' is a compelling oration delivered by George Washington Bethune before the Phi Beta Kappa Society of Harvard University in 1849. Bethune eloquently argues for the development of a distinctly American literature, one that reflects the nation’s unique character and values. This address, Volume 6 in a collection of similar works, serves as a powerful call to American writers to embrace their national identity and contribute to the creation of a rich and independent literary tradition.Bethune’s speech not only highlights the importance of fostering native talent but also underscores the role of literature in shaping national consciousness. His insights into the relationship between culture and national identity remain relevant, making this work a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of American literary thought and cultural nationalism. This edition preserves the original text, ensuring that Bethune’s eloquent prose and passionate arguments continue to resonate with contemporary readers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.