The Stricken Deer Or The Life Of Cowper
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Lord David Cecil
Binding: Hardback
Published: CONSTABLE & COMPANY LTD, 1946
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling biography, The Stricken Deer: The Life Of Cowper, chronicles the complex existence of the renowned 18th-century poet William Cowper. Lord David Cecil masterfully uncovers the profound struggles and artistic triumphs that defined Cowper's journey, presenting a nuanced portrait of a man grappling with mental illness and spiritual introspection. The narrative illustrates the societal pressures and personal demons that shaped his literary output, offering readers a deeply empathetic and scholarly account. It argues for Cowper's enduring relevance, positioning his work within the broader context of English literature and intellectual history.
Author: Lord David Cecil
Binding: Hardback
Published: CONSTABLE & COMPANY LTD, 1946
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling biography, The Stricken Deer: The Life Of Cowper, chronicles the complex existence of the renowned 18th-century poet William Cowper. Lord David Cecil masterfully uncovers the profound struggles and artistic triumphs that defined Cowper's journey, presenting a nuanced portrait of a man grappling with mental illness and spiritual introspection. The narrative illustrates the societal pressures and personal demons that shaped his literary output, offering readers a deeply empathetic and scholarly account. It argues for Cowper's enduring relevance, positioning his work within the broader context of English literature and intellectual history.