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Letters Of Lady Hesketh To The Rev. John Johnson, Ll.d. Concerning Their Kinsman William Cowper The Poet

Letters Of Lady Hesketh To The Rev. John Johnson, Ll.d. Concerning Their Kinsman William Cowper The Poet

Hesketh, Harriet
Catherine Bodham Johnson

Paperback

Biographies GeneralLetters & EssaysBritish History

ISBN10: 1271597853
ISBN13: 9781271597857
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Nov 10 2011
Pages: 150
Weight: 0.48
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

This collection presents the intimate correspondence of Lady Hesketh to the Rev. John Johnson, offering a unique window into the life and times of their celebrated kinsman, the poet William Cowper. Through these letters, readers gain insight into Cowper's personal struggles, creative process, and the social circles that influenced his work. Lady Hesketh's observations are invaluable for understanding the context of Cowper's poetry and the nuances of 18th-century literary society. The Rev. John Johnson's role as both recipient and recorder of these letters ensures their preservation for posterity. Letters Of Lady Hesketh provides a compelling perspective on one of England's most beloved poets, revealing the human side of a literary icon through the eyes of those who knew him best.

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