The Poetical Works of Beattie, Blair, and Falconer by Beattie, Blair, and Falconer

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Author Beattie, James, 1735-1803
Author Blair, Robert, 1699-1746
Author Falconer, William, 1732-1769
Editor Gilfillan, George, 1813-1878
Title The Poetical Works of Beattie, Blair, and Falconer
With Lives, Critical Dissertations, and Explanatory Notes
Note Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Poetical Works of Beattie, Blair, and Falconer" by Beattie, Blair, and Falconer is a collection of poetry and biographical essays written during the late 18th century. This compilation presents the works of three poets—James Beattie, Robert Blair, and William Falconer—along with critical analyses and lives of the poets authored by Rev. George Gilfillan. The anthology covers themes associated with nature, the human condition, and personal reflection, revealing the development of poetic talent in a historical context. At the start of this work, the focus is placed on James Beattie, particularly detailing his early life, education, and the influences that shaped his poetic voice. It narrates Beattie's upbringing, his journey through academia, and the pivotal moments leading to his establishment as a poet and scholar. The text illustrates his love for nature and literature, highlighting the initial struggles he faced in both his personal life and professional aspirations. Through evocative descriptions of the Scottish landscape and his poetic endeavors, the opening portion paints a rich portrait of Beattie, setting the stage for the exploration of his renowned poem "The Minstrel," which is also featured in the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 8695
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 14, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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