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Downe, whose sole heiress married the Earl of Lind sey. His father, a man of primitive simplicity and integrity of manners, was a merchant of London, who, upon the revolution, quitted trade, and converted his efl'ects into money, mounting to near with which he retired into the country, and died in 1717, at the age of seventy-five.
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Alexander Pope (21 May 1688 – 30 May 1744) was an 18th-century English poet. He is best known for his satirical verse, his translation of Homer and for his use of the heroic couplet. He is the second-most frequently quoted writer in The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations after Shakespeare.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 0259403725
- ISBN 13 9780259403722
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages202
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, written by an acclaimed author, narrates the life story of the famous poet, Alexander Pope. Born in 1688 to a wealthy merchant family, Pope's talent for versification emerged early on. Despite facing criticism and personal attacks, Pope gained recognition for his epic translation of Homer's Iliad, which brought him fame and financial security. The author provides an in-depth analysis of Pope's complex relationships, literary feuds (such as the one with Joseph Addison), and his lasting influence on English literature. Through a study of Pope's works, including his groundbreaking 'An Essay on Criticism' and 'The Rape of the Lock,' the book explores themes of satire, morality, and poetic form. Pope's mastery of language and his ability to capture the human condition are highlighted, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest poets in the English language. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259403722_0
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