Publisher's Synopsis
The Works Of The English Poets V10: From Chaucer To Cowper (1810) is a comprehensive anthology of English poetry compiled by the renowned literary scholar Samuel Johnson. This volume covers the period from the medieval poet Geoffrey Chaucer to the 18th-century poet William Cowper. The book includes a wide range of poetic styles, from the epic to the sonnet, and features the works of many famous poets, such as John Milton, Alexander Pope, and William Shakespeare. The anthology is arranged chronologically, allowing readers to witness the evolution of English poetry over several centuries. Johnson provides insightful introductions to each poet and their work, providing historical context and critical analysis. This volume is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and development of English poetry.The Additional Lives By Alexander Chalmers. This Volume Contains Hughes, Sheffield, Prior, Congreve, Blackmore, Fenton, Gay.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.
