“The most Heterogeneous ideas are yoked by violence together.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The Lives of the Most Eminent English Poets: Cowley. Denham. Milton. Butler. Rochester. Roscommon. Otway. Waller. Pomfret. Dorset. Stepney. J. Phillips. Walsh. Dryden. Smith. Duke. King. Sprat. Halifax. Parnell. Garth. Rowe. Addison. Hughes. Sheffield, duke of Buckinghamshire
The book provides a comprehensive look into the lives and works of numerous English poets, spanning various historical periods. Each poet's biography offers insights into their personal and professional lives, as well as their contributions to English literature. The collection includes poets such as John Cowley, Andrew Marvell, John Milton, and others, showcasing the diversity and richness of English poetry throughout history. more
Author
Samuel Johnson
Samuel Johnson was an English writer, poet, and lexicographer, renowned for his comprehensive English dictionary, 'A Dictionary of the English Language', published in 1755. His distinctive writing style and wit have cemented his place as a significant figure in the history of English literature. more
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