Arthur O'Shaughnessy

Arthur O'Shaughnessy: His Life and His Work, with Selections from His Poems is a book written by Louise Chandler Moulton and published in 1894. The book is a biography of Arthur O'Shaughnessy, an English poet and herpetologist who lived from 1844 to 1881. Moulton provides a detailed account of O'Shaughnessy's life, including his childhood, education, and career as a writer and scientist.The book also includes a selection of O'Shaughnessy's poems, which are considered to be some of his best work. Moulton provides commentary on each poem, offering insights into O'Shaughnessy's style, themes, and influences. The poems cover a range of topics, including love, nature, and spirituality.Overall, Arthur O'Shaughnessy: His Life and His Work, with Selections from His Poems is a comprehensive look at the life and work of an important but often overlooked poet. The book provides valuable insights into O'Shaughnessy's personal and professional life, as well as his contributions to the world of literature.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.