""Specimens of the British Poets V1: With Biographical and Critical Notices, and an Essay on English Poetry"" is a literary work by Thomas Campbell, first published in 1819. The book provides a comprehensive collection of poems by British poets from the medieval period to the early 19th century. Each poem is accompanied by a biographical and critical introduction, providing context and analysis of the poet's life and work. Additionally, the book includes an essay by Campbell on the history and development of English poetry, offering insights into the evolution of the art form. This volume is a valuable resource for students of literature, as well as anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of British poetry.""In Seven Volumes.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.