Percy Prelate And Poet (1908)

Percy: Prelate and Poet is a book written by Alice C. C. Gaussen in 1908. The book is a biography of Thomas Percy, an English bishop and poet who lived in the 18th century. The book covers Percy's life from his birth in 1729 to his death in 1811, and includes detailed accounts of his childhood, education, career as a clergyman, and his literary achievements. Percy is best known for his collection of ballads, The Reliques of Ancient English Poetry, which he published in 1765. The book was a groundbreaking work that helped to revive interest in traditional English ballads and inspired a new generation of poets, including Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth. In addition to his literary work, Percy was also a prominent figure in the Church of England. He served as the Bishop of Dromore in Ireland from 1782 until his death, and was known for his commitment to social justice and his support of the abolition of slavery.The book provides a detailed and engaging portrait of Percy, drawing on a range of sources including his personal letters and diaries, as well as contemporary accounts of his life and work. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature, the Church of England, or the social and cultural context of the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.