Thomas Chatterton, The Marvelous Boy

""Thomas Chatterton, The Marvelous Boy: The Story Of A Strange Life, 1752-1770"" is a biography written by Charles Edward Russell in 1908. The book tells the story of Thomas Chatterton, a young poet who lived in the 18th century and is known for his controversial life and death. Chatterton was born in Bristol, England in 1752 and showed a great interest in literature from a young age. He is best known for his poetry, which he claimed was written by a 15th-century monk named Thomas Rowley. However, many scholars doubted the authenticity of his work, and Chatterton struggled to gain recognition for his talent. The book explores Chatterton's life in detail, from his childhood to his untimely death at the age of 17. It delves into his relationships with his family, friends, and mentors, as well as his struggles with poverty, illness, and depression. The author also examines the cultural and political context of Chatterton's time, including the rise of Romanticism and the social and economic changes that were taking place in England. Overall, ""Thomas Chatterton, The Marvelous Boy: The Story Of A Strange Life, 1752-1770"" provides a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most fascinating figures in English literature. It sheds light on the life and work of a young poet who was ahead of his time and whose legacy continues to inspire readers and writers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.