Johnson's Life Of Pope

By Peter Peterson

Book Overview

Johnson's Life of Pope by Peter Peterson is a comprehensive biography of the 18th-century poet Alexander Pope. The book explores Pope's life, from his childhood in London to his rise to literary fame and his relationships with other writers of the time. Peterson delves into Pope's personal struggles, including his lifelong battle with physical deformity and his complicated relationships with women. The book also provides an in-depth analysis of Pope's major works, including The Rape of the Lock and An Essay on Man. Through extensive research and careful analysis, Peterson provides readers with a rich and detailed portrait of one of the most important figures in English literature. Johnson's Life of Pope is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Alexander Pope, as well as the literary and cultural context 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: 1430444185
• ISBN13: 9781430444183
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"