Leigh Hunt

By Thomas Babington Macaulay

Book Overview

Leigh Hunt is a biography of the English writer and critic, James Henry Leigh Hunt, written by the renowned historian and essayist, Lord Macaulay. The book explores the life and career of Hunt, who was a prominent figure in the literary and cultural circles of early 19th century England. Macaulay delves into Hunt's early years, his education, and his early literary efforts, as well as his involvement in political and social causes, such as the fight for freedom of the press. Macaulay also examines Hunt's relationships with other literary figures of the time, including Shelley, Keats, and Byron, and his contributions to the literary scene of the Romantic era. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of Hunt's life and work, and offers insights into the literary and cultural landscape of early 19th century England.THIS 70 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Critical and Historical Essays: The Complete Writings of Lord Macaulay V5, by Lord Macaulay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076618367X.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: 1425465404
• ISBN13: 9781425465407
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"