1887, The Poetical Works of Thomas Moore by Thomas Moore, Illustrated

by Thomas Moore

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In dust jacket

New York: Worthington Co., 1887. Hardcover, Cloth over Boards. Fair/None. 12 x 10 x 2. This volume, "The Poetical Works of Thomas Moore," collects the writings of Thomas Moore, a prominent Irish writer, poet, and lyricist who lived from 1779 to 1852. Moore was widely recognized in his lifetime as Ireland's "national bard" and is celebrated for his significant contributions to literature and music. His work often explored themes of Irish dispossession, loss, and resistance, particularly evident in his popular "Irish Melodies," where he set English verses to traditional Irish tunes. Thomas Moore's literary output was diverse, encompassing lyric poetry, political satire, historical prose, and biography. Beyond the "Irish Melodies," he achieved critical acclaim for his romantic work "Lalla Rookh" (1817), an elaborate orientalist allegory that further explored his recurring themes and established him as a leading figure in European Romanticism. Moore was also known for his satirical writings, such as "The Fudge Family in Paris" (1818), which critiqued the politics and manners of the Regency period, and his biographies, including those of Richard Brinsley Sheridan and Lord Edward Fitzgerald. For collectors, this edition of Thomas Moore's poetical works holds interest as a comprehensive collection from a significant 19th-century Irish literary figure. Moore's influence on Irish Catholic cultural and nationalist political development is considerable, and his works are seen as importa

• Publisher: Worthington Co.
• Year: 1887
• Binding: hardcover

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