Don Juan: Canto The Seventeenth (1870)

By Lord Byron

Book Overview

Don Juan: Canto The Seventeenth is a poem written by George Gordon, also known as Lord Byron, and was published in 1870. The poem is part of a larger work, Don Juan, which is a satirical epic poem that follows the adventures of the titular character, Don Juan, as he travels through Europe and encounters various women.In Canto The Seventeenth, Don Juan finds himself in Russia, where he becomes embroiled in the political intrigue of the court of Catherine the Great. He is initially welcomed by the Empress, who is intrigued by his reputation as a womanizer, but he soon finds himself caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal.The poem is notable for its wit and humor, as well as its commentary on the political and social climate of Europe in the early 19th century. It is also known for its use of the ottava rima form, a type of poetry that features eight-line stanzas with a specific rhyme scheme.Overall, Don Juan: Canto The Seventeenth is a witty and satirical poem that offers a unique perspective on the social and political issues of its time. It is a must-read for fans of Lord Byron's work and for anyone interested in the history and culture of Europe in the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 110404546X
• ISBN13: 9781104045463
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"