Anthology of Writings by John Burroughs Students in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, 1857, "The Snowdrops"
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Before John Burroughs (1837-1921) became an internationally known naturalist and writer he earned a living as a teacher. Burroughs began teaching in 1854 at a small district school in New York not far from where he grew up. In late 1856 Burroughs moved to Buffalo Grove, Illinois. He stayed until the spring of 1857. This book of essays and poetry was prepared for him by his students.
Before John Burroughs (1837-1921) became an internationally known naturalist and writer he earned a living as a teacher. Burroughs began teaching in 1854 at a small district school in New York not far from where he grew up. In late 1856 Burroughs moved to Buffalo Grove, Illinois. He stayed until the spring of 1857. This book of essays and poetry was prepared for him by his students.
Artifact
Anthology
Date Made
04 March 1857
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Illinois, Ogle county, Buffalo Grove
Creator Notes
Edited by Julia E. Bogue.
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
93.205.149
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Ink
Technique
Handwriting
Drawing (Image-making)
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Width: 6.5 in
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