Collected Poems (Edition1st) - Couverture souple

Cowper, William

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9368499772 ISBN 13 : 9789368499770

Editeur : Jollyjoy Books Pvt Ltd, 2024

Synopsis

Collected Poems by Joseph Addison offers a comprehensive collection of the renowned English essayist, poet, and playwright's finest verse. Best known for his contributions to The Spectator and his work alongside Richard Steele, Addison's poetry reflects his classical education and deep moral sensibility. His poems often explore themes of virtue, wisdom, and social responsibility, alongside his keen observations on contemporary life. This anthology includes his most notable works, such as The Campaign, a tribute to the Duke of Marlborough, and The Spacious Firmament on High. Collected Poems reveals Addison's mastery of graceful, didactic verse and his significant role in shaping 18th-century English literature.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

William Cowper (1731-1800) was an English poet and hymnodist, renowned for his heartfelt and often melancholic poetry. Born in Hertfordshire, Cowper struggled with periods of deep depression throughout his life, which profoundly shaped his work. His poems explore themes of nature, personal sorrow, faith, and social injustice, with works like The Task and The Castaway earning him a prominent place in the literary canon. A strong advocate for the abolition of slavery, Cowper also wrote the famous anti-slavery poem The Negro's Complaint. His deeply personal style and moral convictions have made him a beloved figure in English literature, influencing later Romantic poets and hymn writers alike.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Jollyjoy Books Pvt Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9368499772
• ISBN 13: 9789368499770
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 56
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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