Charles Lamb (February 10, 1775 - December 27, 1834)Charles Lamb was an English writer and essayist, best known for his Essays of Elia and for the children's book Tales from Shakespeare, which he produced with his sister, Mary Lamb. He also wrote a number of poems, and was part of a literary circle in England, … Continue reading Regency Man Monday: Charles Lamb →

Samuel Taylor ColeridgeSamuel Taylor Coleridge (21 October 1772 – 25 July 1834) was an English poet, literary critic and philosopher who, with his friend William Wordsworth, was a founder of the Romantic Movement in England and a member of the Lake Poets. He wrote the poems The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and Kubla Khan, … Continue reading Regency Man Monday: The Poets – Samuel Taylor Coleridge →

George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron ByronLord Byron is regarded as one of the greatest British poets and is best known for his amorous lifestyle and his brilliant use of the English language. - Biography.comShe Walks in BeautyShe walks in beauty, like the night   Of cloudless climes and starry skies;And all that’s best of dark and bright   Meet in … Continue reading Regency Man Monday: The Poets – Lord Byron →

Born in 1757 in London, England, William Blake began writing at an early age and claimed to have had his first vision, of a tree full of angels, at age 10. He studied engraving and grew to love Gothic art, which he incorporated into his own unique works. A misunderstood poet, artist and visionary throughout … Continue reading Regency Man Monday – The Poets: William Blake →

Percy Bysshe Shelley (8/4/1792-7/8/1822)Shelley was one of the major English Romantic poets. Shelley did not achieve fame during his lifetime, but recognition for his poetry grew steadily following his death. Shelley was a key member of a close circle of visionary poets and writers that included Lord Byron. His own second wife, Mary Shelley, the … Continue reading Regency Man Monday – Percy Bysshe Shelley →