This book offers a unique and fascinating look into the life and writings of William Taylor, one of England's most esteemed literary figures. Walter Scott draws on Taylor's own correspondence and letters from other literary luminaries, such as Robert Southey and Sir Walter Scott himself, to paint a vivid and engaging picture of this remarkable man. This is a must-read for anyone interested in 19th-century British literature and the lives of its luminaries. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.