The Works of William Cowper by William Cowper
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About this eBook
| Author | Cowper, William, 1731-1800 |
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| Contributor | Cunningham, J. W. (John William), 1780-1861 |
| Contributor | Hayley, William, 1745-1820 |
| Editor | Grimshawe, T. S. (Thomas Shuttleworth), 1778-1850 |
| Title |
The Works of William Cowper His life, letters, and poems, now first completed by the introduction of Cowper's private correspondence |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Mark C. Orton, Julia Neufeld and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Works of William Cowper" by William Cowper is a comprehensive collection of the poet's life, letters, and poetry, likely compiled in the mid-19th century. This edition provides readers with not only Cowper's well-known poetic works but also his private correspondence, which offers insight into his thoughts, beliefs, and the contexts surrounding his writing. Cowper's works address themes of personal and national concern, infusing humor alongside gravity while intertwining his deep Christian convictions. At the start of this edition, the introductory remarks emphasize the significance of Cowper's contributions to literature, particularly during a tumultuous time in society. The editor reflects on the necessity of balancing amusement and instruction in literature, proposing that Cowper achieves this balance exceptionally well through his wit and moral depth. Additionally, the dedication pays homage to Lady Throckmorton, underscoring her connection to Cowper and her role in the preservation of his memory. This initial section sets the stage for a deeper exploration into Cowper's life and the reflective contents of his correspondence, suggesting a narrative that intertwines literary merit with personal reflection against the backdrop of the political climate of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poets, English -- 18th century -- Biography |
| Subject | English poetry -- 18th century |
| Subject | Cowper, William, 1731-1800 |
| Subject | Cowper, William, 1731-1800 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Poets, English -- 18th century -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47790 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 220 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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