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The Life And Works Of Arthur Hall Of Grantham, Member Of Parliament, Courtier And First Translator Of Homer Into English (1919)

The Life And Works Of Arthur Hall Of Grantham, Member Of Parliament, Courtier And First Translator Of Homer Into English (1919)

Wright, Herbert G.

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ISBN10: 1164063243
ISBN13: 9781164063247
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 248
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.52 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book titled The Life And Works Of Arthur Hall Of Grantham, Member Of Parliament, Courtier And First Translator Of Homer Into English was written by Herbert G. Wright and published in 1919. This book is a detailed account of the life and works of Arthur Hall, who was a prominent figure in the English court during the 16th century. Hall was not only a member of parliament but also a courtier, and he is best known for being the first person to translate Homer's epic poem, the Iliad, into English.The book provides a comprehensive overview of Hall's life, from his early years growing up in Grantham to his time at court, where he served under Elizabeth I and James I. The author also delves into Hall's political career, highlighting his contributions to parliament and his involvement in various political debates and controversies of the time.One of the main focuses of the book is Hall's translation of the Iliad, which is considered to be a significant achievement in the history of English literature. The author provides an in-depth analysis of Hall's translation, discussing its literary merits and its impact on the English language and culture.Overall, The Life And Works Of Arthur Hall Of Grantham, Member Of Parliament, Courtier And First Translator Of Homer Into English is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature, politics, and culture during the 16th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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