Johnson's Life Of Pope (1899) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166171483)

Johnson's Life of Pope is a biographical work by Samuel Johnson that was first published in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and works of Alexander Pope, one of the most prominent poets of the 18th century. It covers Pope's early life, his rise to fame as a poet, his literary achievements, and his personal relationships.Johnson's biography is a detailed and insightful analysis of Pope's character, his beliefs, and his poetic style. The book examines Pope's major works, including The Rape of the Lock, An Essay on Criticism, and The Dunciad, and provides a critical analysis of their themes and literary techniques.The book also explores the controversies surrounding Pope's life and work, including his Catholic upbringing, his political views, and his relationships with other writers and intellectuals of his time. Johnson's Life of Pope is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of Alexander Pope or the literary culture of the 18th 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.

Author: Samuel Johnson
ISBN-10: 1166171485
ISBN-13: 9781166171483
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 222
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.47d