Don Juan, Volume 1

Book Overview

"Don Juan" is a satirical epic poem by Lord Byron, based on the legend of Don Juan, which Byron reverses, portraying Juan not as a womanizer, but as someone easily seduced by women. The poem, never completed, comprises sixteen cantos. Byron presents a panoramic satire of European society, commenting on everything from aristocratic life to war. His use of ottava rima lends a conversational, witty tone to the poem, making it highly readable and engaging.

Volume 1 contains Cantos I-V, which detail Don Juan's birth and early life in Seville, his amorous adventures, a shipwreck, and his arrival in Greece. Byron's masterpiece remains a cornerstone of Romantic literature, showcasing his unparalleled wit and poetic skill. Byron's satirical masterpiece continues to resonate with readers today.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1246172100
• ISBN13: 9781246172102
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 418 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.7"