“I venerate the man whose heart is warm, Whose hands are pure, whose doctrine and whose life, Coincident, exhibit lucid proof That he is honest in the sacred cause.”
Quote by William Cowper
Work
The Life and Works of William Cowper: His life and letters by William Hayley. Now first completed by the introduction of Cowper's private correspondence
The Life and Works of William Cowper: His life and letters by William Hayley is a detailed biography that explores the life and literary contributions of the poet William Cowper. The text includes an extensive introduction that introduces Cowper's private correspondence, providing readers with a deeper understanding of his personal life and creative process. more
Author
William Cowper
William Cowper, a renowned English poet, was born on November 26, 1731, and died on April 25, 1800. Known for his lyrical and satirical poems, Cowper's works held a significant place in English literature during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. more
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