{"product_id":"byron-9781789146820","title":"Byron","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eDavid Ellis' Byron traces the poet's life from Aberdeen to Newstead Abbey and Italy and Greece, highlighting the tension between his serious and comic writings. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 224 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 February 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reaktion Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this captivating new book, David Ellis takes us on a journey through the life of the legendary poet Lord Byron. From his humble beginnings in rented lodgings in Aberdeen to the majestic splendor of Newstead Abbey and his grand tour of the East, Ellis meticulously traces Byron's footsteps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescribing his exile from England after a disastrous marriage and his subsequent travels in Italy and Greece, Ellis reveals how Byron's experiences deeply influenced his writings, creating a fascinating tension between his serious works, such as \"Childe Harold\" and \"The Corsair,\" and his more comedic writings. While the former brought him early fame and fortune, it is the latter that now holds a special place in our hearts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eByron is a remarkable work that offers a fresh, concise, and insightful perspective on the life and work of this extraordinary poet. It is a must-read for anyone who seeks to understand the complexities and brilliance of Byron's literary legacy. Through Ellis's meticulous research and storytelling, we gain a deeper appreciation for the man behind the words and the enduring impact he left on the world of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 200 x 130 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781789146820\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Ellis","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44102099894522,"sku":"9781789146820","price":10.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1675419384094_book.jpg?v=1675892152","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/byron-9781789146820","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}