
Who was Esther Vanhomrigh, and why did she inspire one of the greatest poets of the 18th century? In this illuminating biography, Woods delves into the life of the woman who served as the muse for Jonathan Swift's famous poem 'Cadenus and Vanessa.' Drawing on a range of primary...

Who was Esther Vanhomrigh, and why did she inspire one of the greatest poets of the 18th century? In this illuminating biography, Woods delves into the life of the woman who served as the muse for Jonathan Swift's famous poem 'Cadenus and Vanessa.' Drawing on a range of primary...