The Life and Works of William Cowper Comprising His Poems, Correspondence, and Translations with a Life of the Author

The book titled ""The Life and Works of William Cowper"" is a comprehensive collection of the poems, correspondence, and translations of the author, William Cowper. The book is written by Robert Southey and also includes a detailed biography of Cowper's life. William Cowper was a prominent English poet and hymnodist of the 18th century. He is best known for his works such as ""The Task"" and ""John Gilpin"". This book provides a complete insight into his life and works, including his famous religious poems and translations of classical works.The biography written by Southey delves into Cowper's personal life, including his struggles with depression and mental illness. The book also includes a collection of Cowper's letters, which provide a glimpse into his thoughts and experiences.Overall, ""The Life and Works of William Cowper"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of this influential poet. It is a comprehensive collection that offers a complete insight into Cowper's life and literary contributions.Volume IV.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.