The Collins, William 1721-1759 creator Brydges, Egerton, Sir 1762-1837 Langhorne, John 1735-1779 Nicolas, Nicholas Harris, Sir 1799-1848 text utu 2009 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Poetical Works of William Collins; With a Memoir" is a collection of poetry written in the early 18th century. This work showcases the various poetic forms and themes explored by William Collins, including his well-known odes and eclogues, while also providing insight into his life through a detailed memoir. The volume reflects on topics such as the nature of genius, the struggles of the poet, and the deep emotional currents that define Collins's work. The opening of this collection introduces the context of Collins's life, touching upon his education, struggles with mental health, and his eventual tragic decline. It describes him as a gifted poet whose talents were not fully appreciated during his lifetime, leading to a profound sense of despair that intensified his later mental afflictions. His early works, such as "Selim; or, The Shepherd's Moral" from the "Oriental Eclogues," set the tone for his exploration of virtue and beauty, emphasizing moral lessons amidst idyllic settings. The memoir reflects the bittersweet nature of his legacy, highlighting both his artistic achievements and the tragic circumstances that marred his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2009-08-31 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Katherine Ward, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Poetry PR Original publication data not identified 10004308 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29879 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29879 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133700.0 29879