Homes and Haunts of the Most Eminent British Poets, Vol. 1 (of 2) by William Howitt
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"Homes and Haunts of the Most Eminent British Poets, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by William Howitt is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the residences and significant locations associated with renowned British poets, excluding those known primarily for their dramatic works. It sets out to trace the literary history and physical spaces where these writers found inspiration, while noting the often-obscured legacies of their lives and works.
The opening of the book introduces the premise of exploring the homes and haunts of British poets, starting with Geoffrey Chaucer. Howitt reflects on the passage of time and the erasure of the physical connections to poets' lives, as their abodes succumb to decay. He discusses Chaucer's enigmatic biography, detailing his humble beginnings in London, his education, and his esteemed position at court, along with the mysteries that surround his final days. The text emphasizes the personal and historical significance of these poets’ locales, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the intertwining of their lives and their legacies as artists. This portion thus builds a foundation for the reader's journey through the rich tapestry of British poetic history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Howitt, William, 1792-1879 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Hewet, Henry W. |
| Title | Homes and Haunts of the Most Eminent British Poets, Vol. 1 (of 2) |
| Credits |
Produced by Peter Podgorek, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. (This book was created from images of public domain material made available by the University of Toronto Libraries (link.library.utoronto.ca/booksonline/).) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Literary landmarks -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Poets, English -- Homes and haunts |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41164 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-41164-4 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1459 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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