Lives Of Famous Poets (1878)

By William Michael Rossetti

Book Overview

Lives of Famous Poets is a book written by William Michael Rossetti and first published in 1878. It is a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most famous poets in English literature, including William Shakespeare, John Milton, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Lord Byron. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of these poets, including their early years, education, personal relationships, and literary achievements. Rossetti's writing style is engaging and informative, and he provides a wealth of fascinating anecdotes and insights into the lives and works of these great poets. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and the lives of some of its most important figures.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: 1164042203
• ISBN13: 9781164042204
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 422 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"