Focusing on the bicentennial of Lord Byron's death, this collection features essays from various scholars, including Trinity College fellows, that delve into his life and literary contributions. It highlights the interplay of themes such as 'memorials, marbles, and ruins,' which were significant in Byron's reflections. The diverse perspectives aim to deepen the understanding of Byron's enduring legacy and the cultural context surrounding his work.
Adrian Poole Book order (chronological)
Tragedy: A Very Short Introduction
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
What do we mean by 'tragedy' now? When we turn on the news, does a report of the latest atrocity have any connection with Sophocles and Shakespeare? Addressing questions about belief, blame, revenge, pain, witnessing and ending, this book demonstrates the enduring significance of attempts to understand terrible suffering.
The American
- 480 pages
- 17 hours of reading
Christopher Newman, an American millionaire in France, falls in love with the aristocratic Claire de Bellegarde. Her family, however, taken aback by his brash American manner, rejects his proposal of marriage. When Newman discovers a guilty secret in the Bellegardes' past, he confronts a moral dilemma: Should he expose them and gain his revenge?