Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Richard Porson is a biographical book written by J.S. Watson that chronicles the life of Richard Porson, a renowned professor of Greek at the University of Cambridge from 1792 to 1808. The book provides a detailed account of Porson's life, from his early years as a brilliant student to his rise to fame as a scholar and professor of Greek. It covers his academic achievements, including his contributions to the study of Greek literature and his work on Greek manuscripts, as well as his personal life, including his struggles with alcoholism and his relationships with friends and colleagues. The book also includes excerpts from Porson's writings and letters, providing insight into his thoughts and opinions on a variety of subjects. Overall, The Life of Richard Porson is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most important scholars of Greek literature in history.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.
