Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Six Chief Lives From Johnson�������s Lives Of The Poets: With Macaulay�������s Life Of Johnson"" is a collection of biographical sketches written by Samuel Johnson, one of the most prominent literary figures of the 18th century. The book includes six of Johnson's most famous biographies, which were originally published in 1781 as part of his ""Lives of the Poets"" series. These biographies cover the lives and works of John Milton, John Dryden, Alexander Pope, Samuel Butler, Jonathan Swift, and William Cowper.In addition to Johnson's biographies, the book also includes an introduction by Thomas Babington Macaulay, a prominent historian and essayist of the 19th century, who provides his own biographical sketch of Johnson. Macaulay's essay offers a critical analysis of Johnson's life and work, as well as his impact on English literature and culture.Overall, ""The Six Chief Lives From Johnson�������s Lives Of The Poets: With Macaulay�������s Life Of Johnson"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of English literature, as well as the lives and works of some of its most important figures. The book provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the lives and works of these poets, as well as the cultural and historical context in which they lived and wrote.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.
