Lives Of The Poets Addison, Savage, Etc.

The Lives of the Poets: Addison, Savage, Etc. is a book written by Samuel Johnson that provides biographical sketches of several poets who lived during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book is a collection of essays that were originally published in a series of volumes between 1779 and 1781. The first part of the book focuses on Joseph Addison, a prominent writer and politician who was a key figure in the development of English literature during the early 18th century. Johnson provides a detailed account of Addison's life, including his education, political career, and literary achievements. The second part of the book is devoted to the life of Richard Savage, a poet and playwright who lived during the early 18th century. Johnson's account of Savage's life is notable for its sympathetic portrayal of a man who had a difficult upbringing and struggled with poverty and addiction throughout his life. In addition to these two major figures, the book also includes biographical sketches of several other poets and writers, including John Gay, Alexander Pope, and Samuel Garth. Throughout the book, Johnson provides insightful commentary on the lives and works of these writers, offering a unique perspective on the literary culture of the time. Overall, The Lives of the Poets: Addison, Savage, Etc. is a fascinating and engaging book that provides a valuable window into the lives and works of some of the most important writers of the 17th and 18th centuries.Under such a tutor, Mr. Savage was not likely to learn prudence or frugality; and perhaps many of the misfortunes which the want of those virtues brought upon him in the following parts of his life, might be justly imputed to so unimproving an example. Nor did the kindness of Sir Richard end in common favours. He proposed to have established him in some settled scheme of life, and to have contracted a kind of alliance with him, by marrying him to a natural daughter, on whom he intended to bestow a thousand pounds. But though he was always lavish of future bounties, he conducted his affairs in such a manner that he was very seldom able to keep his promises, or execute his own intentions; and, as he was never able to raise the sum which he had offered, the marriage was delayed.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.