Patronage by Lord Keeper John Somers
Poet involved
What happened
Addison received patronage from Lord Keeper John Somers in 1695, which significantly boosted his literary career. This support provided him with the financial stability to pursue his writing ambitions and facilitated his entry into influential literary circles.
Literary impact
The patronage allowed Addison to focus on his writing, leading to the development of his unique voice and style, which would later be evident in his essays and poetry.
Source: Wikipedia
