Richard Porson
A Biographical Essay

Originally published in 1937, this book contains a biography of Richard Porson, the classical scholar who developed Porson's Law.

M. L. Clarke (Author)

9781107437654, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 9 October 2014

146 pages
19.8 x 12.9 x 0.8 cm, 0.15 kg

Originally published in 1937, this book contains a biography of Richard Porson, the classical scholar who developed Porson's Law and whose handwriting formed the basis of the Porson typeface. Clarke details Porson's life and includes samples of Porson's handwriting and personal letters. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Porson's life and work.

Preface
Richard Porson
Appendix A. Letters of Porson previously unpublished
Appendix B. Bibliographies
Index.

Subject Areas: Classical history / classical civilisation [HBLA1]