William Lisle Bowles

English poet and literary critic

William Lisle Bowles - English poet and literary critic
Born

1762
263 years ago

Died

April 7th, 1850
174 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Bowles was an English poet and literary critic whose works contributed significantly to English Romantic poetry. Bowles gained recognition for his sonnets and pastoral poetry. His most acclaimed work includes the collection 'The Grave' published in 1812. In addition to his poetry, Bowles's critique of Alexander Pope's poetry influenced the literary discussions of his time. His views on poetry emphasized emotion and nature, aligning with the Romantic ideals of the era.

Published 'The Grave' in 1812

Critiqued Alexander Pope's poetry

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