Mark Akenside (1721-1770) was a medical doctor and literary man whose influence on the history of ideas was profound. The author believes that there is a need to explore, re-evaluate and recognise the importance of Mark Akenside's contribution to cultural history, in his own time and from a current perspective.

Mark Akenside (1721-1770) was a medical doctor and literary man whose influence on the history of ideas was profound. The author believes that there is a need to explore, reevaluate and recognize the importance of Mark Akenside's contribution to cultural history, in his own time and from a current perspective.