Frederic W. Loring (1848–1871) was a promising American writer and poet whose career was tragically cut short by his untimely death at the age of 23. Despite his brief life, Loring managed to make a mark on the literary scene of his time. His most notable work is 'Two College Friends' (1871), which provides a poignant exploration of friendship and youthful aspirations against the backdrop of the A...