The Life Of William Barnes: Poet And Philologist

By Lucy Baxter

Book Overview

""The Life of William Barnes: Poet and Philologist"" by Lucy Baxter is a biography of the 19th-century English poet and scholar William Barnes. Born in 1801 in Dorset, Barnes was a prolific writer and translator, known for his works in the Dorset dialect and his contributions to the study of Anglo-Saxon language and literature. Baxter's book explores Barnes' life and career, from his early years as a schoolteacher to his later success as a poet and philologist. She discusses his literary influences, his political and social views, and his relationships with other writers and intellectuals of his time. The biography also delves into Barnes' personal life, including his marriage to Julia Miles and his struggles with illness and financial difficulties. Through letters, diaries, and other primary sources, Baxter offers a detailed and intimate portrait of Barnes as both a literary figure and a human being. Overall, ""The Life of William Barnes: Poet and Philologist"" provides a comprehensive look at the life and work of an important figure in English literature and language studies, shedding light on his contributions and legacy.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: 1163624942
• ISBN13: 9781163624944
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"