Alexander Brome facts for kids

Alexander Brome (born in 1620 – died June 30, 1666) was an English poet. He was known for his witty poems and songs during a time of big changes in England.

Life and Works

Alexander Brome worked as a lawyer. He became famous for writing many popular songs and poems. He wrote verses that supported the Royalists, who were loyal to the King, and spoke against the Rump Parliament, which was a group that ruled England after the King was removed.

In 1661, after the King returned to power (an event called the Restoration), Brome published a book called Songs and other Poems. This book included many different types of poems. It had songs about various topics, political songs, and even short, witty poems called epigrams. It also contained sad poems called elegies and poems written for tombstones called epitaphs.

A famous writer named Izaak Walton wrote a special poem to introduce Brome's book. People admired Brome's cheerful and clever writing. He was even called the "English Anacreon" by another writer, Edward Phillips. This was a big compliment, as Anacreon was an ancient Greek poet known for his joyful songs.

Brome also translated works by the Roman poet Horace in 1666. He wrote a funny play called The Cunning Lovers in 1654. He also helped publish plays by another writer named Richard Brome.

Alexander Brome passed away in June 1666. He was buried in the church of St Stephen Walbrook in the City of London.