Thomas Campbell by J. Cuthbert Hadden

"Thomas Campbell" by J. Cuthbert Hadden is a historical biography written in the late 19th century. The work traces the life and contributions of the Scottish poet Thomas Campbell, known for his emotional and patriotic poetry. The biography explores not only Campbell's literary legacy but also delves into his personal background, formative experiences, and key influences, making it relevant for those interested in historical literature and Scottish culture. The opening of the biography establishes the lineage of Thomas Campbell, highlighting his family's storied ancestry including ties to the notable Clan Campbell. It details his birth into a declining financial situation, with his father, Alexander Campbell, suffering significant losses from the American Revolutionary War, impacting the family's life significantly. The narrative introduces us to young Thomas Campbell as an inquisitive child with precocious talents who faced both academic and personal challenges, including a rigorous schooling that cultivated his love for the classics and poetry. It sets the stage for understanding how these early experiences shaped Campbell's character and his eventual rise as a poet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Hadden, J. Cuthbert (James Cuthbert), 1861-1914
LoC No. 03012929
Title Thomas Campbell
Note Famous Scots Series, 31
Credits Produced by Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 64.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Campbell, Thomas, 1777-1844
Category Text
eBook-No. 53898
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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