Greetings Card : Thomas Creech
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Thomas Creech
THOMAS CREECH : classical scholar, noted for his translations of Lucretius &c. Sadly, a growing melancholia - and a thwarted amour - drove him to take his own life. Date: 1659 - 1700
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1659 1700 Amour Drove Growing Lucretius Noted Sadly Scholar Thwarted Translations Melancholia
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the captivating world of Thomas Creech, the renowned classical scholar, through our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring an evocative image of Thomas Creech, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, these cards pay tribute to his extraordinary life. Known for his groundbreaking translations of Lucretius and other ancient texts, Creech's tragic tale of growing melancholia and unrequited love ultimately led him to take his own life in 1700. Our beautifully designed cards are the perfect way to express your thoughts and feelings, and make a unique and thoughtful gift for any occasion. Let the story of Thomas Creech inspire your words and touch the hearts of your loved ones with our exclusive collection of greeting cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative portrait, Thomas Creech (1659-1700) is captured in a moment of deep contemplation, his melancholic expression reflecting the inner turmoil that would ultimately lead him to take his own life. A renowned classical scholar of his time, Creech is best known for his groundbreaking translations of ancient Roman poet Lucretius' "De Rerum Natura" (On the Nature of Things). His scholarly pursuits, however, were not the only passions that consumed him. Beneath the surface of Creech's intellectual brilliance, a growing melancholia took hold. This profound sadness was further fueled by an unrequited love, which added to his emotional distress. The combination of these two forces proved to be too much for Creech to bear. The date of this poignant portrait is not definitively known, but it is believed to have been created during the latter part of Creech's life, around the turn of the 18th century. The somber mood of the image underscores the tragic end to a life filled with both intellectual and emotional depth. Creech's translations of Lucretius' works were highly regarded in his time and continue to be studied and admired today. His contributions to the field of classical scholarship serve as a testament to his intellect and dedication, while his tragic personal story serves as a reminder of the complexities of the human condition. Despite the sadness that ultimately claimed his life, Creech's legacy endures, inspiring future generations to delve into the rich world of classical literature and to explore the depths of the human experience.
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