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The birthplace of Robert Bloomfield (1766-1823) at Honington, Suffolk. Bloomfield
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The birthplace of Robert Bloomfield (1766-1823) at Honington, Suffolk. Bloomfield
The birthplace of Robert Bloomfield (1766-1823) at Honington, Suffolk. Bloomfield, English farm labourer, shoemaker and poet, remembered now mainly as the author of The Farmers Boy (1800) a verse tale illustrated by Thomas Bewick. Woodcut from The Table Book by William Hone (London, 1828)
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1800 1828 Author Birthplace Book Farm Farmer Illustrated Labourer Literature Poet Poetry Remembered Robert Shoemaker Suffolk Table Tale Thomas Verse William Woodcut Bewick Bloomfield Hone Honington
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This print showcases the birthplace of Robert Bloomfield, a remarkable figure in English literature and rural life during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Located in Honington, Suffolk, this humble abode witnessed the beginning of Bloomfield's extraordinary journey. Born in 1766, he was not only an accomplished poet but also a farm labourer and shoemaker. Bloomfield is primarily remembered as the author of "The Farmers Boy" a renowned verse tale published in 1800. This literary masterpiece was beautifully illustrated by Thomas Bewick, adding visual depth to Bloomfield's poignant words. The woodcut featured here is taken from "The Table Book" by William Hone, a London publication dating back to 1828. Through his evocative poetry, Bloomfield immortalized the struggles and joys experienced by farmers like himself. His work resonated deeply with readers across Britain and beyond, earning him widespread recognition as one of England's finest poets. As we gaze upon this image capturing the birthplace that shaped such an influential literary voice, we are reminded of Bloomfield's enduring legacy. His ability to capture both the beauty and hardships of rural life continues to inspire generations today. Let us celebrate this remarkable individual whose words have left an indelible mark on British literature forevermore.
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