“Ye towers of Julius, London's lasting shame, With many a foul and midnight murder fed.”
Quote by Thomas Gray
Work
The Poems of Thomas Gray. With Critical Notes, a Life of the Author, and an Essay on His Poetry, by the Rev. John Mitford
This book is a scholarly compilation of Thomas Gray's poems, enriched with critical commentary, insights into Gray's life, and an in-depth examination of his poetry. The Rev. John Mitford, a contemporary of Gray, provides the annotations and biographical context. more
Author
Thomas Gray
Thomas Gray, a prominent English poet, was born on December 26, 1716, in London, and died on July 30, 1771. He is considered one of the representative figures of 18th-century English literature, known for his lyric poetry and satirical works. more
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