Cowper And His Poetry (1914)

By James Alexander Roy

Book Overview

Cowper and His Poetry is a book written by James A. Roy and published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and works of William Cowper, an English poet and hymnodist of the 18th century. The author provides a detailed account of Cowper's life, including his childhood, education, and mental health struggles. The book also explores Cowper's literary career, including his most famous works such as The Task and John Gilpin. Through an analysis of Cowper's poetry, the author examines the themes of religion, nature, and social commentary that are prevalent in his writing. Roy also provides insights into Cowper's influence on the Romantic poets of the 19th century. Overall, Cowper and His Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of William Cowper and the history of English literature.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164011081
• ISBN13: 9781164011088
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"