John Wilmot, 2nd Earl of Rochester, was an English libertine, a friend of King Charles II, and the writer of much satirical and bawdy poetry. He was a toast of the Restoration court and a patron of the arts. His writing often focused on satire and courtly life, characterized by a bold and provocative style that reflected his own experiences.
Finally available in paperback, this collection features the daring verses of the infamous Earl of Rochester, a classic from the uninhibited Restoration period in England. It includes cheeky songs, sharp satires, and lascivious poems from the audacious libertine who thrived at the court of Charles II.