Lives of the Most Eminent English Poets with Observations on Their Poetry (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781443735377)

Lives of the Most Eminent English Poets with Observations on their Poetry By Samuel Johnson Originally published circa 1880. A discussion on the lives of fifty two of the most eminent English poets with critical observations on their works. Also added is "the Preface to Shakespeare" and the review of "The Origin of Evil." Includes a sketch of Johnson's life by Sir Walter Scott. Many of the earliest poetry books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Author: Samuel Johnson
ISBN-10: 144373537X
ISBN-13: 9781443735377
Publisher: Home Farm Books
Language: English
Published: 11/04/2008
Pages: 616
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.04lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 1.50d