Excerpt from The Poetical Works of Alexander Pope, Vol. 1: To Which Is Prefixed a Life of the Author
Peace to all such! But were there one whose ft True genius kindles, and fair fame inspires; Blest with each talent and each art to please, And born to write, converse, and live with ease; Should such a man, too fond to rule alone. Bear, like the Turk, no rival near the throne, View him with scornful, yet with jealous eyes And hate for arts that cana'd himself to rise; Damn with faint praise, assent with civil leer, Aqd, without sneering, others teach to sneet gi/mg to wetter-j, and yet afraid to strike.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating exploration of Alexander Pope's life and works. It examines his illustrious career as a poet, from his early days as a self-taught writer to his remarkable success as England's preeminent literary figure. The author delves into the influences that shaped Pope's writing, including his Catholic upbringing, his admiration for classical literature, and his engagement with the political and social issues of his time. The book also explores the ways in which Pope's poetry reflected and influenced the literary and cultural landscape of 18th-century England. It examines his groundbreaking contributions to genres such as satire, mock-epic, and the heroic couplet, and discusses the ways in which his work challenged and reshaped contemporary notions of taste, morality, and poetic form. Ultimately, this book sheds light on the enduring legacy of Alexander Pope, whose work continues to be admired and studied for its wit, elegance, and profound insights into the human condition. 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 # 9781334384325_0
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