Three great American Classics and Authors of the 19th Century. Nathaniel Hawthorne, Herman Melville and Mark Twain, each wrote American classics that firmly establish these writers as three of America's most important authors. They have shaped and influenced American literature to such a degree that their names stand out as truly exceptional, American authors of the 19th Century. For over twenty years James H. Bride II, host, has been producing and directing educational documentaries focusing on American and British writers. This series is an invaluable addition to class curriculum providing immediate access for students and teachers offering insights and interpretations to help explain the literary works of these literary giants.