"The Lowell Study (from the collection Literary Friends and Acquaintance)" is a book written by the famous American writer and literary critic William Dean Howells. In this work, the author explores the life and work of the poet James Russell Lowell, studying his influence on American literature and culture. Howells explores different aspects and perspectives of Lowell's work through an in-depth analysis of his poetry and literary contributions. This book helps the reader better understand the life and talent of the great American poet through the prism of modern critical thinking."