The Task and Other Poems

af William Cowper

"The Task and Other Poems" is a collection of poems written by William Cowper, an English poet and hymnodist of the 18th century. William Cowper (1731¿1800) was known for his reflective and contemplative poetry, as well as his contributions to the Olney Hymns. Main Poem: : "The Task" is a significant long poem within this collection. It is one of Cowper's most famous works and is often regarded as a landmark in the development of 18th-century poetry. Reflective and Descriptive Poetry: Cowper's p... (Læs mere)