Thomas Chatterton, The Marvelous Boy

""Thomas Chatterton, The Marvelous Boy: The Story Of A Strange Life, 1752-1770"" is a biography written by Charles Edward Russell in 1908. The book tells the story of Thomas Chatterton, a young English poet who lived in the 18th century. Chatterton was known for his talent in writing poetry and for his ability to forge documents from the medieval period. The book explores Chatterton's life, from his childhood in Bristol to his rise as a literary sensation in London. Russell delves into the various controversies surrounding Chatterton's life, including his alleged suicide at the age of 17. The book also examines Chatterton's impact on the literary world, particularly his influence on the Romantic movement. Overall, ""Thomas Chatterton, The Marvelous Boy"" provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the life of one of England's most fascinating literary 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.