Southey by Edward Dowden
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"Southey" by Edward Dowden is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the life of Robert Southey, one of the prominent poets of the Romantic era and the poet laureate of England. The biography captures Southey's literary journey, influences, and personal experiences, emphasizing his dedication to literature and his role within the cultural tapestry of his time. At the start of the narrative, Dowden introduces readers
to Southey's childhood, revealing how deeply entrenched he was in literature from a young age. The opening details Southey's family background, including his father's life as a linen-draper and the influence of his nurturing mother, as well as significant early experiences that shaped his literary aspirations. Through captivating anecdotes, we learn about his initial struggles with education, the personalities who impacted him, and the budding love of poetry that became a defining element of his identity. The beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Southey’s character and contributions to literature in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dowden, Edward, 1843-1913 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Morley, John, 1838-1923 |
| LoC No. | 13033727 |
| Title | Southey |
| Series Title | 'Harper's Handy Series' No. 134, 'English Men of Letters' |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Southey, Robert, 1774-1843 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61983 |
| Release Date | Apr 30, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 488 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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