The Life Of Edward Fitzgerald

By John Glyde

Book Overview

The Life of Edward Fitzgerald is a biography written by John Glyde that delves into the life of the famous English poet and translator, Edward Fitzgerald. The book chronicles Fitzgerald's life from his birth in 1809 to his death in 1883, detailing his upbringing, education, and literary career. Fitzgerald is best known for his translation of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, which is widely regarded as a masterpiece of English literature. The book explores Fitzgerald's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, as well as his struggles with mental health and addiction. Glyde also examines Fitzgerald's broader cultural and historical context, discussing the political and social climate of Victorian England and its impact on his work. The Life of Edward Fitzgerald is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential literary figures of the 19th century.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: 1417960973
• ISBN13: 9781417960972
• Release Date: April 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"