Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Thomas Dermody V1 is a biographical work that details the life of Thomas Dermody, a poet who lived in the late 18th century. The book is written by James Grant Raymond and was originally published in 1806. The book is interspersed with pieces of original poetry by Dermody, many of which are said to exhibit an unexampled prematurity of genuine poetical talent. The book covers the life of Dermody from his birth in 1775 to his death in 1802 at the age of 27. The book details his early life, his struggles with alcoholism and poverty, and his eventual rise to fame as a poet. The book also includes anecdotes and stories about Dermody's life, as well as commentary on his poetry and literary style. Overall, The Life of Thomas Dermody V1 is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and work of one of the most talented poets of the late 18th century.And Containing A Series Of Correspondence, With Several Eminent Characters. In Two Volumes.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.