“The doubtful beam long nods from side to side.”
Quote by Alexander Pope
Work
The poetical works of Alexander Pope. Revised and arranged expressly for the use of young people, by W.C. Macready
This volume presents a selection of Alexander Pope's poetry that has been revised and arranged specifically for young readers. Alexander Pope was an English poet of the early eighteenth century, widely recognized for his satirical verse and for his translation of Homer's works. The editorial intervention by W.C. Macready indicates an effort to make Pope's literary output accessible to a younger audience, likely through selection of appropriate content, explanatory apparatus, or simplified presentation. The volume belongs to a tradition of adapting canonical literature for educational and juvenile readership that was common in nineteenth-century publishing. more
Author
Alexander Pope
Alexander Pope, an English poet, was born on May 21, 1688, and died on May 30, 1744. He is renowned for his wit, satire, and elegant poetry, with his most famous works including 'An Essay on Criticism' and 'The Moral Essays'. Pope's works have had a profound impact on literature and philosophy, both in his time and today. more
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