Publisher's Synopsis
Johnson's Chief Lives of the Poets is a book that was originally published in 1880. It is a collection of biographies of some of the most famous poets from the 17th and 18th centuries. The book includes the lives of John Milton, John Dryden, Jonathan Swift, Joseph Addison, Alexander Pope, Thomas Gray, and Samuel Johnson himself. The biographies are written by Samuel Johnson, a renowned literary figure from the 18th century. Johnson was a poet, essayist, and lexicographer who is best known for his dictionary of the English language. His biographies of these poets provide insight into their lives, their works, and their contributions to literature.The book also includes Macaulay's Life of Johnson, which is a biography of Samuel Johnson himself. Macaulay was a historian and essayist who wrote extensively about English literature and history. His biography of Johnson is considered one of the most important works on the subject.Overall, Johnson's Chief Lives of the Poets is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English literature and the lives of some of its most famous poets. The book provides a comprehensive look at the lives and works of these poets, and it is written by one of the most respected literary figures of the 18th century.To Which Are Appended Macaulay�������s And Carlyle�������s Essays On Boswell�������s Life Of Johnson.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.
