The Works of Lord Byron: Letters and Journals. Vol. 2

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Byron, George Gordon Byron, Baron, 1788-1824

Contributor:

Prothero, Rowland E., Baron Ernle (Rowland Edmund), 1851-1937

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Works of Lord Byron: Letters and Journals. Vol. 2" by Byron is a collection of the poet's personal letters and journals, produced during the early 19th century. This volume covers Byron's life and thoughts from August 1811 to April 1814, a period marked by his rising fame as a literary figure, largely due to the publication of works like "Childe Harold" and "The Giaour." The content primarily revolves around Byron's reflections on his own life, his friendships, and the literary scene of his time, providing a candid glimpse into his personality and artistic struggles. At the start of this volume, Byron addresses significant personal events, including the death of a close relative, which deeply affects him. The letters reveal his correspondence with various friends, including discussions about his literary work, political thoughts, and personal emotions regarding love and loss. Byron's tone is often playful and introspective, addressing mundane matters like business dealings while also contemplating deeper philosophical questions about life, death, and fame. His correspondence reflects a mix of wit and vulnerability, allowing readers to engage with both the man and the artist behind the renowned poet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Clytie Siddall, Keren Vergon, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-02-01