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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of Thomas Dermody, an 18th-century Irish poet whose brilliance was tragically eclipsed by poverty, ill health, and addiction. The author meticulously traces Dermody's rise from humble beginnings to his early success as a child prodigy, only to witness his later descent into despair. Against the backdrop of a tumultuous era marked by revolution and war, the book explores the themes of patronage, mental health, and the destructive impact of alcohol on creative genius. Through a rich collection of Dermody's own writings, the author provides a window into the poet's troubled mind, revealing both his moments of inspiration and the depths of his despair. This book offers a poignant and cautionary tale about the fragile nature of artistic talent and the importance of recognizing and supporting those who possess it. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334324697_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334324697
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334324697
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)