Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807–1882) was a distinguished American poet and educator, born in Portland, Maine. He was among the most beloved poets of the 19th century, celebrated for his easy-to-understand yet lyrical style. His work bridged American folklore with European tradition, contributing to the cultural fabric of his country. A Harvard scholar and professor, Longfellow's erudition is apparent in the breadth and depth of his writings. Perhaps his most famous work, 'The Song of Hiawatha: An Epic Poem' (1855), is a milestone in American literature that showcases Longfellow's use of trochaic tetrameter, a rhythmic structure that lends a musical quality to the text. This narrative poem, which draws on the legends of the Ojibwe and other Native American peoples, is celebrated for its evocative power and its rich tapestry of New World mythology. Beyond the ethereal beauty of its verses, Longfellow's poetry often tackles themes of love, nature, and spirituality, woven with a profound humanistic compassion that resonated deeply with readers of his time and continues to endear him to contemporary audiences. His literary outputs, such as 'Evangeline', 'The Courtship of Miles Standish', and 'Paul Revere's Ride' further cemented his status as an integral figure of American romantic literature.