Richard Blackmore

Richard Blackmore

Sir Richard Blackmore (22 January 1654 – 9 October 1729), English poet and physician, is remembered primarily as the object of satire and as an example of a dull poet. He was, however, a respected physician and religious writer.

Read more about Richard Blackmore:  Earlier Years, Blackmore The Epic Poet, Non-epic Writing, As A Physician, As A Dunce

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