Thomas Cooper
British poet and author of 'The Purgatory'
Born
March 20th, 1805
220 years ago
Died
1892
133 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1805, this British poet gained recognition for a range of works that blend personal experience with broader human themes. He was self-educated and began his career as a coal miner, which influenced much of his poetry. The work 'The Purgatory', a long poem, reflects on the struggles of personal redemption and social justice. In addition to poetry, this individual wrote essays and other literary works that analyzed the human condition and critiqued societal norms. His literary contributions extend beyond verse into discussions that shaped cultural dialogues of his time.
Authored 'The Purgatory'
Published essays on social justice
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