Collier's New Encyclopedia (1921)/Hoffman, Charles Fenno
HOFFMAN, CHARLES FENNO, an
American poet and novelist; born in
New York City, in 1806. He was
originally a lawyer. He founded the
“Knickerbocker Magazine,” edited the
“Literary World,” and was owner and
editor of the “American Magazine.” His
finest work was his songs, the best known
being “Sparkling and Bright,” and “The
Myrtle and Steel.” He wrote the novel
“Greyslaer” (1840). His complete
poetical works appeared in 1874. He died
in Harrisburg, Pa., June 7, 1884.