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Lives of the English Poets: Gay, Thomson, Young, Gray, &c.
by Samuel Johnson
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- C1
- Length
- 22 chapters
- Format
- The complete book
About this book
About this book
Explore the lives and works of English poets from the late 17th and early 18th centuries, revealing their literary contributions, personal struggles, and the cultural backdrop of their times. Dive into detailed biographies that illuminate the art and influence of figures like John Gay, James Thomson, and Thomas Gray.
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