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The Shade of Alexander Pope on the Banks of the Thames the Shade of Alexander Pope on the Banks of the Thames: A Satirical Poem (1799) a Satirical Poe

The Shade of Alexander Pope on the Banks of the Thames the Shade of Alexander Pope on the Banks of the Thames: A Satirical Poem (1799) a Satirical Poe

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ISBN10: 1163931063
ISBN13: 9781163931066
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 90
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Shade of Alexander Pope on the Banks of the Thames: A Satirical Poem is a work written by Thomas James Mathias in 1799. The book is a satirical poem that explores the legacy of the famous poet Alexander Pope and his influence on the literary world. Mathias uses Pope's shade as a metaphor for his lasting impact on the literary scene, and the poem is a commentary on the state of poetry at the time. The book is written in a witty and humorous style, with Mathias poking fun at the pretensions of the literary elite and their attempts to imitate Pope's style. The poem is also a reflection on the changing landscape of London, with Mathias describing the Thames and its surroundings in vivid detail. Overall, The Shade of Alexander Pope on the Banks of the Thames is an entertaining and insightful work that offers a unique perspective on the literary world of the late 18th 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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