The Works of Lord Byron: Letters and Journals. Vol. 2 By: Lord George Gordon Byron (1788-1824)
Lord Byron's second volume of letters and journals provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most celebrated poets of the Romantic era. The collection showcases Byron's wit, intelligence, and passion, as well as his struggles and vulnerabilities. Through his letters to friends, family, and lovers, Byron reveals a complex and multifaceted personality, full of contradictions and conflicting emotions. His journal entries offer a candid and intimate look at his creative process, personal relationships, and inner turmoil. Readers will appreciate the vivid descriptions of the places Byron visited, the people he met, and the experiences that shaped his life and work. His sharp observations, sharp wit, and keen eye for detail make for a compelling read, drawing the reader into the world of a brilliant and flawed individual. Overall, this volume of Byron's letters and journals is a valuable resource for scholars, fans, and anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most iconic poets in literary history. Byron's writings continue to captivate readers with their timeless appeal and enduring relevance. First Page: THE WORKS OF LORD BYRON. A NEW, REVISED AND ENLARGED EDITION, WITH ILLUSTRATIONS. Letters and Journals. Vol. II. EDITED BY ROWLAND E. PROTHERO, M.A., FORMERLY FELLOW OF ALL SOULS COLLEGE, OXFORD. PREFACE The second volume of Mr. Murray's edition of Byron's 'Letters and Journals' carries the autobiographical record of the poet's life from August, 1811, to April, 1814. Between these dates were published 'Childe Harold' (Cantos I., II.), 'The Waltz', 'The Giaour', 'The Bride of Abydos', the 'Ode to Napoleon Buonaparte'. At the beginning of this period Byron had suddenly become the idol of society; towards its close his personal popularity almost as rapidly declined before a storm of political vituperation. Three great collections of Byron's letters, as was noted in the Preface [1] to the previous volume, are in existence. The first is contained in Moore's 'Life' (1830); the second was published in America, in FitzGreene Halleck's edition of Byron's 'Works' (1847); of the third, edited by Mr. W.E. Henley, only the first volume has yet appeared. A comparison between the letters contained in these three collections and in that of Mr. Murray, down to December, 1813, shows the following results: Moore prints 152 letters; Halleck, 192; Mr. Henley, 231... Continue reading book >>

The Works of Lord Byron: Letters and Journals. Vol. 2 By: Lord George Gordon Byron (1788-1824)

Lord Byron's second volume of letters and journals provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most celebrated poets of the Romantic era. The collection showcases Byron's wit, intelligence, and passion, as well as his struggles and vulnerabilities.

Through his letters to friends, family, and lovers, Byron reveals a complex and multifaceted personality, full of contradictions and conflicting emotions. His journal entries offer a candid and intimate look at his creative process, personal relationships, and inner turmoil.

Readers will appreciate the vivid descriptions of the places Byron visited, the people he met, and the experiences that shaped his life and work. His sharp observations, sharp wit, and keen eye for detail make for a compelling read, drawing the reader into the world of a brilliant and flawed individual.

Overall, this volume of Byron's letters and journals is a valuable resource for scholars, fans, and anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most iconic poets in literary history. Byron's writings continue to captivate readers with their timeless appeal and enduring relevance.

First Page:

THE WORKS

LORD BYRON.

A NEW, REVISED AND ENLARGED EDITION, WITH ILLUSTRATIONS.

Letters and Journals. Vol. II.

EDITED BY ROWLAND E. PROTHERO, M.A., FORMERLY FELLOW OF ALL SOULS COLLEGE, OXFORD.

PREFACE

The second volume of Mr. Murray's edition of Byron's 'Letters and Journals' carries the autobiographical record of the poet's life from August, 1811, to April, 1814. Between these dates were published 'Childe Harold' (Cantos I., II.), 'The Waltz', 'The Giaour', 'The Bride of Abydos', the 'Ode to Napoleon Buonaparte'. At the beginning of this period Byron had suddenly become the idol of society; towards its close his personal popularity almost as rapidly declined before a storm of political vituperation.

Three great collections of Byron's letters, as was noted in the Preface [1] to the previous volume, are in existence. The first is contained in Moore's 'Life' (1830); the second was published in America, in FitzGreene Halleck's edition of Byron's 'Works' (1847); of the third, edited by Mr. W.E. Henley, only the first volume has yet appeared. A comparison between the letters contained in these three collections and in that of Mr. Murray, down to December, 1813, shows the following results: Moore prints 152 letters; Halleck, 192; Mr. Henley, 231... Continue reading book >>

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