Publisher's Synopsis
Johnson's Life of Pope is a biographical work written by Samuel Johnson in 1899. The book is a detailed account of the life and works of the famous English poet, Alexander Pope. Johnson provides a comprehensive overview of Pope's upbringing, education, literary career, and personal life. He delves into the poet's relationships with his family, friends, and contemporaries, and explores the various influences that shaped his writing. The book also includes critical analyses of Pope's major works, such as The Rape of the Lock, An Essay on Criticism, and The Dunciad. Overall, Johnson's Life of Pope is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of one of England's most renowned poets.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.