Peter Markoe 1752-1792: A Philadelphia Writer - Hardcover

Peter Markoe 1752-1792: A Philadelphia Writer is a biography written by Mary Chrysostom Diebels that tells the story of Peter Markoe, a prominent writer from Philadelphia during the late 18th century. The book covers Markoe's life, from his birth in 1752 to his untimely death in 1792. It explores his family background, education, and career as a writer, including his work as a journalist, poet, and playwright. The book also delves into the political and social climate of Philadelphia during Markoe's lifetime, including the American Revolution and the early years of the United States. Diebels provides a detailed analysis of Markoe's writings, examining their themes, style, and historical context. Through this biography, readers gain insight into the life and work of an important figure in Philadelphia's literary history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.