This comprehensive collection, "Early Prose and Poetical Works of John Taylor, the Water Poet," showcases the diverse talents of John Taylor, a prolific and popular English poet and writer of the 17th century. Taylor, known as the "Water Poet" due to his profession as a Thames waterman, offers a unique perspective on the social and political landscape of his time. This compilation gathers his early writings, presenting a valuable insight into his development as a writer and the evolution of his distinctive voice. Readers will discover a rich tapestry of prose and poetry, reflecting Taylor's wit, social commentary, and keen observations of everyday life in early modern England. This volume serves as an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in 17th-century English literature, social history, and the works of one of its most colorful and engaging figures.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.