Eliza Esmond, a bookish young woman who has grown up in the shadow of her prettier sister, is thrilled when she meets a man she believes to be the notorious poet Lord Byron on the doorstep of his publisher, and even more excited when he arranges an assignation, but the situation becomes tragic when it is discovered her lover is an imposter.
Chronicles the life of the English romantic poet Lord Byron and discusses his literary accomplishments, his personal relationships, and other related topics.
Examines the life and work of eighteenth-century English poet Lord Byron, featuring a biographical profile, critical analysis of the themes, symbols, and ideas in his writing, a selection of critical essays, a chronology, and references.
An introduction to nineteenth-century British poet George Gordon, Lord Byron, discussing his writing in the context of his life and times, and looking at the scandals that led to his public disgrace.
Provides a brief biography of British poet George Gordon, Lord Byron, a selection of personal reminiscences by his contemporaries, and critical essays from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries on specific Byron works.
