Alexander Pope

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Stephen, Leslie, 1832-1904

Series:

English Men of Letters

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Alexander Pope" by Leslie Stephen is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life, influences, and literary contributions of the renowned English poet Alexander Pope, known for his satirical verse and reflections on society. The book seeks to provide insights into Pope's significance within the literary canon, particularly examining the early years that shaped his career. The opening of this biography sets the stage for understanding Pope's formative years. It details his family background, emphasizing his Catholic upbringing amidst societal challenges facing Catholics in England at that time. From his childhood experiences in Binfield and his precocious intellectual pursuits to the nurturing household dynamics, it outlines the early influences that prepared him for a future in literature. The narrative begins to sketch out the trials and triumphs Pope encountered as he pursued his ambition to become a celebrated poet, hinting at the complexities of his character and the societal constraints that shaped his worldview. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Lisa Reigel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-10-29