The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes, Volume 08

Delve into the minds and lives of England’s most celebrated poets with this meticulously reprinted volume from "The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D." Specifically, this is Volume Eight, the second part of Johnson’s renowned "Lives of the Poets."

A cornerstone of English literary biography and 18th-century criticism, this book offers Johnson’s insightful perspectives on the lives and works of major figures in English poetry. Explore the personal histories and creative outputs of these influential artists, all through the discerning lens of one of history’s greatest literary critics.

Johnson’s "Lives of the Poets" remains a vital resource for anyone studying English literature, biography, or the development of poetic tradition. This volume provides a window into the 18th-century literary landscape and the enduring power of poetic expression.

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