"Lives of the English Poets: Prior, Congreve, Blackmore, Pope" by Samuel Johnson is a compilation of biographical sketches that shines a light on the lives and works of some of England's most noteworthy poets. The book carefully looks at Matthew Prior, William Congreve, Richard Blackmore, and Alexander Pope, examining how their personal lives shaped their literary contributions. The author uses critical essays and stories to explore their unique backgrounds, career paths, and personal views. The author's approach to literary criticism emphasizes considering the context and moral meaning of poetry. The book highlights Prior's growth from simple roots to literary distinction, diving into his education and interactions with important people of his time. The collection shows how these poets' lives are deeply connected to the development of English literature.
Lives of the English Poets : Prior, Congreve, Blackmore, Pope
By Samuel Johnson
Four English poets' lives come to light in this book, revealing the triumphs and tribulations that shaped their words.
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About the AuthorSamuel Johnson, often called Dr Johnson, was an English writer who made lasting contributions as a poet, playwright, essayist, moralist, literary critic, sermonist, biographer, editor, and lexicographer. The Oxford Dictionary of National Biography calls him "arguably the most distinguished man of letters in English history".
Samuel Johnson, often called Dr Johnson, was an English writer who made lasting contributions as a poet, playwright, essayist, moralist, literary critic, sermonist, biographer, editor, and lexicographer. The Oxford Dictionary of National Biography calls him "arguably the most distinguished man of letters in English history".
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