Gray: English Men Of Letters

By Edmund Gosse

Book Overview

Gray: English Men Of Letters is a book written by Edmund Gosse, a British author and literary critic, which provides a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of Thomas Gray, an 18th-century English poet. The book explores the various facets of Gray's life, including his childhood, education, and literary career, as well as his relationships with other poets and his impact on the literary world.Gosse delves into Gray's most famous works, including his Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard, and provides an in-depth analysis of their themes, style, and significance. He also examines Gray's lesser-known works, such as his odes and sonnets, and sheds light on their literary value.The book is part of the English Men of Letters series, which focuses on the lives and works of prominent English writers. Gosse's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both academic scholars and casual readers. Overall, Gray: English Men Of Letters is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of Thomas Gray, as well as the literary culture of 18th-century England.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: 1163267589
• ISBN13: 9781163267585
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"