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Edward Young

Edward Young ( – 5 April 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for ''Night-Thoughts'', a series of philosophical writings in blank verse, reflecting his state of mind following several bereavements. It was one of the most popular poems of the century, influencing Goethe and Edmund Burke, among many others, with its notable illustrations by William Blake.

Young also took holy orders, and wrote many fawning letters in search of preferment, attracting accusations of insincerity. Provided by Wikipedia
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    The poetical works of the Rev. Dr. Edward Young : with the life of the author. by Young, Edward, 1683-1765

    Imprint 1816
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    The centaur not fabulous : in six letters to a friend, on the life in vogue by Young, Edward, 1683-1765

    Imprint 1806
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    The complaint : or, Night-thoughts on life, death, and immortality by Young, Edward, 1683-1765

    Imprint 1798
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