The Life of Matthew Prior is a biographical work written by Francis Bickley and first published in 1914. The book chronicles the life and career of Matthew Prior, an English poet and diplomat who lived from 1664 to 1721. Bickley's account covers Prior's early years, his education at Westminster School and St. John's College, Cambridge, and his rise to prominence as a writer during the reign of Queen Anne. The book also delves into Prior's political career, including his service as a member of Parliament and his diplomatic missions to France and the Netherlands. Bickley provides insight into Prior's personal life, including his relationships with women and his financial struggles. The Life of Matthew Prior is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of a significant figure in English literature and politics during the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries.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.
