Thomas Moore

''Thomas Moore'' by Stephen Gwynn is a biography of the Irish poet, songwriter, and musician, Thomas Moore. The book explores Moore’s life from his birth in Dublin in 1779 to his death in 1852, tracing his rise to fame as a poet and songwriter, his political activism, and his personal relationships. Gwynn delves into Moore’s childhood, education, and early literary influences, including his friendship with Lord Byron. He also examines Moore’s role in the Irish nationalist movement and his efforts to promote Catholic emancipation. Throughout the book, Gwynn offers insights into Moore’s creative process, analyzing his most famous works, including ''The Minstrel Boy'' and ''The Last Rose of Summer.'' ''Thomas Moore'' is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of Ireland’s most beloved cultural figures.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.