The Lives Of The Poets (Four-Volume Set)
Author: Samuel Johnson
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2006
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Book: Good
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Pages: Good
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The Lives Of The Poets presents a monumental collection of biographical and critical essays on fifty-two English poets from the 17th and 18th centuries. Samuel Johnson, with his characteristic wit and profound insight, chronicles the lives and works of these literary figures, offering incisive commentary on their styles, influences, and lasting legacies. This seminal work of literary criticism illustrates the evolution of English poetry through detailed analysis and often controversial judgments. It provides an unparalleled window into the literary landscape of the era, establishing Johnson's enduring authority as a critic and biographer.
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Author: Samuel Johnson
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2006
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
The Lives Of The Poets presents a monumental collection of biographical and critical essays on fifty-two English poets from the 17th and 18th centuries. Samuel Johnson, with his characteristic wit and profound insight, chronicles the lives and works of these literary figures, offering incisive commentary on their styles, influences, and lasting legacies. This seminal work of literary criticism illustrates the evolution of English poetry through detailed analysis and often controversial judgments. It provides an unparalleled window into the literary landscape of the era, establishing Johnson's enduring authority as a critic and biographer.
