William Lisle Bowles
English poet and literary critic
Born
1762
263 years ago
Died
April 7th, 1850
175 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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