Publisher's Synopsis
The Poetical Works of Thomas Chatterton V1 is a collection of poems by the English poet Thomas Chatterton. This volume includes a biographical account of Chatterton's life, as well as a history of the Rowley Controversy, which was a literary dispute over the authenticity of Chatterton's poetry. The book also includes a selection of Chatterton's letters, and notes that provide critical and explanatory commentary on his work. Chatterton is known for his poetry, which was written in a style that imitated medieval English literature. This volume is an important resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Chatterton's work, as it provides insight into the life and times of this influential poet.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.