The Life Of John Payne

""The Life of John Payne"" is a biographical account of the English writer and translator John Payne, written by Thomas Wright. Payne was a prolific writer who is best known for his translations of ""The Thousand and One Nights"" and the works of Omar Khayyam. Wright's book delves into Payne's life, from his childhood in Devon to his travels in the Middle East and his literary career in London. The book explores Payne's personal relationships, including his marriage and friendships with other writers and artists of his time. It also provides insights into Payne's literary influences and his approach to translation. Overall, ""The Life of John Payne"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and work of a fascinating figure in English 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.