The Poetical Works of William Collins; With a Memoir

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Collins, William, 1721-1759

Contributor:

Brydges, Egerton, Sir, 1762-1837

Langhorne, John, 1735-1779

Nicolas, Nicholas Harris, Sir, 1799-1848

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Poetical Works of William Collins; With a Memoir" is a collection of poetry written in the early 18th century. This work showcases the various poetic forms and themes explored by William Collins, including his well-known odes and eclogues, while also providing insight into his life through a detailed memoir. The volume reflects on topics such as the nature of genius, the struggles of the poet, and the deep emotional currents that define Collins's work. The opening of this collection introduces the context of Collins's life, touching upon his education, struggles with mental health, and his eventual tragic decline. It describes him as a gifted poet whose talents were not fully appreciated during his lifetime, leading to a profound sense of despair that intensified his later mental afflictions. His early works, such as "Selim; or, The Shepherd's Moral" from the "Oriental Eclogues," set the tone for his exploration of virtue and beauty, emphasizing moral lessons amidst idyllic settings. The memoir reflects the bittersweet nature of his legacy, highlighting both his artistic achievements and the tragic circumstances that marred his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Katherine Ward, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-08-31