Mark Akenside

Poet

Birthday November 9, 1721

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Jun 23, 1770 (48)

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Numerology: 4

About

Eighteenth-century poet and physician known for The Pleasures of the Imagination, Odes on Several Subjects, and other works. His complete works were published posthumously in 1834.

Before Fame

He studied theology before eventually settling on a medical career. He received his M.D. from the University of Cambridge.

Trivia

He was a lifelong friend of British politician Jeremiah Dyson.

Family Life

He grew up as a butcher's son in Newcastle-upon- Tyne, England.

Associated With

His literary career was promoted by Alexander Pope, who assured a prospective publisher that Akenside was a superb writer who should receive great financial compensation for his work.

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