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The Life of William Barnes: Poet and Philologist
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ISBN10: 3348131979
ISBN13: 9783348131971
Publisher: Hansebooks
Published: Mar 9 2026
Pages: 376
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.84 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
ISBN13: 9783348131971
Publisher: Hansebooks
Published: Mar 9 2026
Pages: 376
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.84 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
Discover the inspiring journey of William Barnes, a self-taught poet and philologist whose passion for language and dialect shaped his life's work. Leader Scott's biography explores Barnes's dedication to preserving and celebrating Dorset dialects, highlighting his poetic genius and scholarly pursuits. Through vivid storytelling, readers gain insight into how Barnes's humble origins fueled his creative and linguistic achievements, making him a remarkable figure in English literary history. The Life of William Barnes - Poet and Philologist is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1887.
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