Matthew Arnold

Quick Facts

Full Name	Matthew Arnold
Occupation	Poet
Date Of Birth	Dec 24, 1822(1822-12-24)
Age	202
Date Of Death	April 15, 1888
Birthplace	Laleham
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Matthew Arnold Biography

Matthew Arnold is one of the most popular and richest Poet who was born on December 24, 1822 in Laleham, England, United Kingdom. English poet, who also wrote “Dover Beach,” a melancholy masterpiece. He also wrote “The Scholar-Gipsy”, and “Thyrsis.” He was also a writer, both of prose, literary, and religious criticism.

He lectured throughout the United States about the literary works and philosophies of He traveled throughout the United States lecturing on the literary work and philosophies of Ralph Waldo Emerson..

Frances Lucy Wightman, his wife, was the June 1851 bride to him. Together they had six children. Thomas Arnold, Matthew Arnold’s father was headmaster at Rugby School.

Matthew Arnold Net Worth

Matthew Arnold is one of the richest Poet from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Matthew Arnold 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He won many awards as a Rugby School student for his essays and poetry. He also wrote in Latin and English. He was awarded a scholarship to Balliol College in Oxford.

Arnold’s godfather, Reverend John Keble was an influential early influence on the young writer.

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Facts & Trivia

Matthew Ranked on the list of most popular Poet. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Matthew Arnold celebrates birthday on December 24 of every year.

Top Facts about Matthew Arnold

1. Matthew Arnold was an English poet and cultural critic.
2. He lived from 1822 to 1888.
3. Arnold’s most famous works include “Dover Beach” and “Culture and Anarchy.”
4. He was a prominent member of the Victorian literary scene.
5. Arnold believed in the importance of education and culture.
6. His father, Thomas Arnold, was headmaster of Rugby School.
7. Arnold served as an inspector of schools for over 30 years.
8. He was a professor of poetry at Oxford University from 1857-1867.
9. Arnold’s writing often explored themes of isolation and alienation.
10. He is considered one of the most important literary figures of his time.

What is Matthew Arnold famous for?

Matthew Arnold, (born December 24, 1822, Laleham, Middlesex, England—died April 15, 1888, Liverpool), English Victorian poet and literary and social critic, noted especially for his classical attacks on the contemporary tastes and manners of the “Barbarians” (the aristocracy), the “Philistines” (the commercial middle …

What did Matthew Arnold believe in?

Arnold highly respected Newman, a conservative Catholic , for his spirituality, Arnold became an agnostic later in life. Although he had his own religious doubts, a source of great anxiety for him, he sought to capture the true essence of Christianity in many of his essays.

What are the main concepts in Matthew Arnold's the study of poetry?

Arnold says that the high quality of poetry lies in its matter and its manner. He then goes by Aristotle’s observation and says that the best form of poetry possesses high truth and seriousness that makes up its subject matter along with superior diction that marks its manner.

Which famous poem was written by Matthew Arnold?

Matthew Arnold
Period| Victorian
Genre| Poetry; literary, social and religious criticism
Notable works| “Dover Beach “, “The Scholar-Gipsy”, “Thyrsis”, Culture and Anarchy, Literature and Dogma , “The Study of Poetry.”
Spouse| Frances Lucy

What is touchstone method?

Touchstone Method is a short quotation from a recognized poetic masterpiece ‘The Study of Poetry’ (1880), employed as a standard of instant comparison for judging the value of other works.