This book, titled ""Hiawatha: Rendered Into Latin, With Abridgment"" and written by Francis William Newman, is a unique translation of the famous poem ""The Song of Hiawatha"" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The book is written entirely in Latin, which is a language that was widely spoken in ancient Rome and is still used in some academic and religious contexts today. The translation is accompanied by an abridgment, which means that some parts of the original poem have been shortened or omitted to make the book more concise. ""The Song of Hiawatha"" is a long narrative poem that tells the story of an Ojibwe warrior named Hiawatha and his people. The poem draws on Native American mythology and folklore, and is known for its distinctive meter and rhyme scheme. In this Latin translation, readers can experience the poem in a new and different way, and gain a deeper appreciation for both the Latin language and the themes and stories of the original poem. Overall, this book is a fascinating and unusual work of literature that will appeal to anyone interested in poetry, translation, or the Latin language. It offers a fresh perspective on a beloved classic, and is sure to be a valuable addition to any collection of books.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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