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The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars. Western literary study flows out of eighteenth-century works by Alexander Pope, Daniel Defoe, Henry Fielding, Frances B...
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Theophilus Cibber's 'The Lives of the Poets of Great Britain and Ireland (1753) Volume III' delves into the lives and works of prominent poets from the British and Irish literary landscape. This scholarly work offers in-depth analyses of the poets' achievements, influences, and contributions to the literary canon. Cibber's writing style is both informative and engaging, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the poets and their significance within the literary context of the time period. Through meticulous research and thoughtful commentary, Cibber sheds light on the intricacies of each poet's life and artistry, making this volume a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. The inclusion of lesser-known poets alongside more renowned figures adds depth and diversity to the collection, showcasing the richness and variety of British and Irish poetry. Theophilus Cibber's dedication to preserving and celebrating the legacy of these poets is evident throughout the book, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history and evolution of poetry in Great Britain and Ireland.
Volumes three and four of this monumental work include full entries for all such illustrious names as those of the Cibbers--Colley, Theophilus, and Susanna Maria--Kitty Clive, and Charlotte Charke, George Colman, the Elder, and the Younger, William Davenant, and De Loutherboug. But here also are full entries for dozens of important secondary figures and of minor ones whose stories have never been told, as well as a census (and at least a few recoverable facts) for even the most inconsiderable performers and servants of the theatres. As in the previous volumes in this distinguished series, the accompanying illustrations include at least one picture of each subject for whom a portrait exists.