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In detailing the incidents that occur in the hfe of Cowper, we recorded, in the close of the last volume, a malevolent report highly injurious to his integrity and honour. In order to recall the fact to the memory of the reader, we insert the statement itself, in the words of Cowper :A report is, and has been some time current, in this and the neighbouring counties, that, though I have given myself the air of declaiming against the slave trade, in The Task, I am in reality a friend to it; and last night I received a letter from Joe Rye, to inform me, that I have been much traduced and calumniated on this account. That the author of The Task, a poem distinguished by its tone of pure and elevated morality, and breathing a spirit of most uncompromising hostility against the slave trade that such a man, at that time in the very zenith of hiy fame, should be VOL. V.
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- Date d'édition2020
- ISBN 10 1330745787
- ISBN 13 9781330745786
- ReliureBroché
- Nombre de pages441
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This memoir traces the life and works of renowned English poet William Cowper, placing a particular emphasis on his deeply personal letters. It follows Cowper's journey from early life, through his struggles with mental illness, to his remarkable achievements as a poet. The book examines Cowper's innovative and influential work as a translator of Homer, delving into his theories and showcasing his accomplished verse, which brought new life to the classic epic. Cowper's literary techniques and opinions on translation are explored using his own words, revealing his dedication to accuracy and fidelity to the original text. Additionally, the book analyzes Cowper's profound reflections on faith, depression, and the search for meaning in life, providing insight into the complexities of his inner world and his enduring impact on literature and beyond. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330745786_0
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