Life and Remains of John Clare, The "Northamptonshire Peasant Poet"

Name: Life and Remains of John Clare, The "Northamptonshire Peasant Poet"
Author: John Clare

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A collected life and remains of John Clare combines a biographical sketch and abundant documentary material—letters, diary extracts, and editorial commentary—with selections of poetry and prose left in manuscript. Selections include numerous poems composed during his confinement in an asylum, a set of miscellaneous published pieces, prose fragments that illuminate his thought, and a group of traditional ballads he recorded. The correspondence and editor's notes trace a rural upbringing, economic hardship, poetic devotion to landscape and natural detail, and struggles with deteriorating mental health, while the editor explains manuscript sources, the selection process, and the need for revision in many asylum works.

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John Clare

John Clare (1793-1864) was an English poet often referred to as the "Northamptonshire Peasant Poet" due to his humble origins and deep connection to the rural landscape of England. His work is characterized by vivid depictions of nature and the countryside, reflecting his experiences as a laborer and his love for the natural world. Clare's poetry often explores themes of rural life, personal struggle, and the beauty of the English landscape. Notable works include "Life and Remains of John Clare" and "Poems Chiefly from Manuscript," which showcase his unique voice and significant contributions to English literature.