Lives of the English Poets : Prior, Congreve, Blackmore, Pope

Samuel Johnson's 'Lives of the English Poets: Prior, Congreve, Blackmore, Pope' is a seminal work in literary criticism, providing in-depth biographical sketches and critical analysis of some of the most influential English poets of the 18th century. Johnson's prose is authoritative and insightful, drawing on his deep knowledge of English literature and his keen understanding of the social and cul...