What is recorded here
This commemorative plaque records: William Cowper 1731 - 1800 Poet & letter-writer Translator of Homer Lived here 1768 - 1786
William Cowper was an influential English poet and writer of the 18th century, known for his emotional depth and contributions to poetry, including translations of Homer; he lived in this house from 1768 to 1786 during a significant period of his literary career.
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