Thomas Moore the Poet

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(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1880. An Irish poet, Moore's writings range from lyric to satire, from prose romance to history and biography. Moore was a good musician and skillful writer of songs, which he set to Irish tunes, mainly of the 18th century. Symington's aim is to present a true picture of Moore, the man, his life and works. Contents: Early and College Days in Dublin, In London Society-Odes of Anacreon-Little's Poems, Bermuda and America, Return to England-A Duel-His Marriage-Jeffrey-Rogers, Mayfield Cottage-Independent Spirit-Satires, Lalla Rooks, National Airs and Sacred Melodies-Visit to Paris-The Fudge Family-Sloperton-True Charity, Bermuda Troubles-Continental Visit-Paris Sojourn, Return from the Continent-Rhymes for the Road-Fables for the Holy Alliance-Loves of the Angels, The Irish Melodies-Selections-Moore as a Lyric Poet, Moore's Bearing in Society-Personal Appearance-The Burning of Byron's Autobiography-The Epicurean, Political Odes-Life of Byron-Summer Fete-Pension-Latter Works, Latter Years, and Death, Moore's Memoirs-Opinions as to his Character-Mrs. Moore, and Moore's Popularity-His Centenary-Oration and Odes on that Occasion.