Andrew Marvell: English Men Of Letters

Andrew Marvell: English Men of Letters is a biography written by Augustine Birrell about the life and work of Andrew Marvell, a 17th-century English poet and politician. The book covers Marvell's early life, his education at Cambridge University, his time as a tutor to the daughter of Oliver Cromwell, and his career as a Member of Parliament during the Restoration period. Birrell also explores Marvell's literary achievements, including his poetry, satirical works, and political writings. The book provides insight into Marvell's political beliefs, including his opposition to the monarchy and his support for religious toleration. Birrell's biography is a comprehensive study of Marvell's life and legacy, offering readers a thorough understanding of this important figure in English literature and politics.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.

Augustine Birrell PC, KC (19 January 1850 – 20 November 1933) was an English politician, barrister, academic and author. He was Chief Secretary for Ireland from 1907 to 1916, resigning in the immediate aftermath of the Easter Rising.