The Poetry of John Wilmot

John Wilmot, 2nd Earl of Rochester was born at Ditchley House in Oxfordshire on April 1st 1647. His father was created Earl of Rochester for his services to Charles II including helping him escape to exile. From the age of 7 John was privately tutored and two years later attended school in Burford. At 13 his Father died and Wilmot inherited the title to become 2nd Earl of Rochester. Admitted to Wadham College, Oxford in January 1660 it is said that this was the beginning of his debauched life. I