Publisher's Synopsis
The Poetical Works of William Falconer is a collection of poems written by William Falconer, a Scottish poet and sailor who lived in the 18th century. The book includes a biography of Falconer's life, written by Falconer himself, which provides insight into his experiences as a sailor and his struggles with poverty and ill health.The collection of poems includes Falconer's most famous work, The Shipwreck, which tells the story of a shipwrecked crew struggling to survive in the midst of a storm. Other poems in the collection explore themes of love, nature, and the sea, showcasing Falconer's skill as a poet and his deep connection to the ocean.The book is a valuable resource for those interested in 18th-century literature, maritime history, and the life of William Falconer. It provides a glimpse into the world of a sailor-poet and the challenges he faced in his pursuit of artistic expression.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.
