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Some Passages Of The Life And Death Of The Right Honorable John Earl Of Rochester

Some Passages Of The Life And Death Of The Right Honorable John Earl Of Rochester

Burnet, Gilbert
Gower, Ronald

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ISBN10: 1163264040
ISBN13: 9781163264041
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 196
Weight: 0.59
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Some Passages Of The Life And Death Of The Right Honorable John Earl Of Rochester is a biographical work written by Gilbert Burnet. The book provides a detailed account of the life and death of John Wilmot, the Earl of Rochester, who was a prominent figure in the court of King Charles II of England. Rochester was known for his wit, charm, and libertine lifestyle, which often brought him into conflict with the authorities of his time. Burnet's book explores Rochester's upbringing, his education, and his rise to power in the court of Charles II. It also delves into his personal relationships, his literary works, and his eventual downfall due to his excessive drinking and debauchery. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most notorious figures of the Restoration era and provides valuable insights into the social and cultural context of the time.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.

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