Synopses & Reviews
This timely and definitive chronology of Andrew Marvell is a useful resource for any student, historian, literary scholar or general reader interested in the life and works of this great writer. Part of the Palgrave
Author Chronologies Series, this new reference work by Professor Nicholas von Maltazhn complements the current resurgence of interest in this canonical writer by providing in-depth and new biographical detail as a context for Marvell's work.
Review
"An invaluable research tool, a landmark in Marvell studies. Scrupulously researched and prepared ... the chronology is also readable, and I can imagine Marvellians pouring through the pages as much for pleasure as for profit. Fully informed about textual scholarship, von Maltzahn is an authoritative guide to the life and times of 'AM'." --Studies in English Literature
Synopsis
This work provides a comprehensive account of the life and writings of Andrew Marvell (1621-78), as well as the reception of his work in the century after his death. A much-loved poet, a compelling controversialist, and once famous as a member of Parliament, Marvell's intersecting careers are here explored in detail. His biography is transformed with wide reference to print and manuscript sources, many of which are described for the first time in this useful resource for any student, historian, literary scholar or general reader interested in the life and works of this great writer.
About the Author
Nicholas von Maltzahn is Professor in the Department of English in the University of Ottawa.
Table of Contents
General Editor's Preface * Introduction and Acknowledgements * List of Abbreviations and Works Cited * An Andrew Marvell Chronology * Index