Hiawatha Spoon Pattern, ca. 1928
Item 10850 info
Maine Historical Society
Following Longfellow's death in 1882, the "literature of tribute" to him included handsomely produced books of reminiscences and reviews of his life and work.
Perhaps the honor that most significantly reflected his achievement was the placement of his bust in Westminster Abbey's Poet's Corner. He was the only American author ever to be so honored.
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