Life And Genius Of Lord Byron

By Cosmo Gordon

Book Overview

The book ""Life And Genius Of Lord Byron"" by Cosmo Gordon is a comprehensive biography of the famous poet and writer, Lord Byron. The book covers Byron's life from his birth in 1788 to his death in 1824, tracing his early years as a privileged young man in England to his travels throughout Europe, his scandalous affairs, and his literary achievements.Gordon delves into Byron's personal life, exploring his relationships with his family, friends, and lovers, as well as his struggles with addiction, depression, and illness. The book also examines Byron's literary works, including his poetry, plays, and prose, and analyzes the themes and motifs that run throughout his writing.Throughout the book, Gordon provides insightful commentary and analysis, drawing on primary sources and historical records to paint a vivid portrait of one of the most fascinating figures of the Romantic era. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Lord Byron, as well as for those interested in the cultural and intellectual history of 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: 1163227374
• ISBN13: 9781163227374
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"