The Lives of the Poets of Great Britain and Ireland (1753) Volume V.

The Lives of the Poets of Great Britain and Ireland, written by Theophilus Cibber and first published in 1707, is a biographical compilation from the mid-18th century that details the lives and contributions of notable poets from Britain and Ireland, including Eustace Budgell and Thomas Tickell. The text provides insights into their careers, personal lives, and the sociopolitical contexts of their times. It explores themes of friendship, familial obligations, and the pursuit of artistic recognition amidst personal challenges, making it a significant work in the study of early English and Irish poetry.