Delphi Collected Poetical Works of Walter Savage Landor Illustrated Delphi Poets

Biography of Walter Savage Landor

Walter Savage Landor (1775-1864) was an English poet, writer, and critic. He is best known for his lyrical and dramatic poetry, which often explored themes of love, beauty, and the human condition. Landor was a prolific writer, and his work includes poems, plays, essays, and dialogues. He was also a passionate advocate for political and social reform.

Delphi Collected Poetical Works of Walter Savage Landor (Illustrated) (Delphi Poets Series Book 62)

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Landor was born in Warwick, England, and he was educated at Rugby School and Trinity College, Oxford. He published his first book of poems, The Poems of Walter Savage Landor, in 1795. Landor's early work was influenced by the Romantic poets, such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. However, he later developed his own unique style, which was characterized by its elegance, wit, and intellectual depth.

Landor was a controversial figure during his lifetime. He was often outspoken in his criticism of the British government and society. He was also involved in a number of personal scandals, which led to his being ostracized by many of his contemporaries. Despite his setbacks, Landor continued to write and publish throughout his life.

Landor's work has been praised by critics for its beauty, originality, and intellectual power. He is considered one of the most important English poets of the 19th century. His work continues to be read and enjoyed by readers around the world.