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Set against the backdrop of literary fame, Eliza Esmond becomes enamored with Lord Byron, only to find herself entangled with his look-alike, John Polidori, who may be the true talent behind a celebrated work attributed to Byron. This tale explores themes of ambition, fantasy, and the complexities of celebrity, weaving a narrative rich in intrigue and deception. The novel offers a stylish and seductive examination of artistic identity and the personal consequences of fame, crafted by a skilled storyteller. A reading group guide is included.
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Imposture, Benjamin Markovits
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- Imposture
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Benjamin Markovits
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9780393329735
- Series
- Lord Byron
- Rating
- 3.05 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of literary fame, Eliza Esmond becomes enamored with Lord Byron, only to find herself entangled with his look-alike, John Polidori, who may be the true talent behind a celebrated work attributed to Byron. This tale explores themes of ambition, fantasy, and the complexities of celebrity, weaving a narrative rich in intrigue and deception. The novel offers a stylish and seductive examination of artistic identity and the personal consequences of fame, crafted by a skilled storyteller. A reading group guide is included.