Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 5 by Thomas Moore
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About this eBook
| Author | Moore, Thomas, 1779-1852 |
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| Title |
Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 5 With His Letters and Journals |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 5" by Thomas Moore is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume presents letters and journals of the celebrated poet Lord Byron, detailing significant events and insights from his life during the years 1820 to 1822. Its focus is on Byron’s personal experiences, his relationships, and his reflections on political and artistic matters in the context of his time, highlighting his connections with peers and the upheavals of his era. At the start of this volume, the reader is introduced to Byron's correspondence from Ravenna, revealing his witty and sometimes acerbic thoughts on various topics, including his reactions to political situations in Italy and interactions with friends and foes alike. The letters touch on themes of friendship, exile, artistic integrity, and Byron's ongoing struggles with public perception and personal controversies, especially concerning his marital issues. The opening portion sets the tone for an exploration of Byron's complex character and the tumultuous period in which he lived, drawing readers into the intimate and often turbulent world of one of England's most iconic poets. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poets, English -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Byron, George Gordon Byron, Baron, 1788-1824 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16609 |
| Release Date | Aug 27, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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