The Poems of William Cowper

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Highlighting the influential works of William Cowper, this collection features some of his most celebrated poems, which significantly shaped 18th-century English nature poetry and laid the groundwork for Romantic poetry. Recognized by contemporaries like Samuel Coleridge, Cowper's notable pieces include "The Task," "Olney Hymns," and "John Gilpin." This volume not only showcases his poetic genius but also includes an introductory biography, making it an essential addition for both collectors and enthusiasts of early Romantic literature.