Leigh Hunt

~ 1784 - 1859

Leigh Hunt (1784–1859) was an English critic, essayist, poet, and editor, known for his influence on the Romantic literary movement of the early 19th century. He founded the "Examiner" magazine and was a close friend of prominent literary figures like Percy Bysshe Shelley and John Keats. Hunt's critical writings and poetry played a significant role in shaping the literary landscape of his time.