"A Day with Lord Byron" by May Byron presents a snapshot of the famous poet's life, illustrating his genius and struggles. Set on a February day in 1822 in Pisa, the book follows Lord Byron from his awakening in Palazzo Lanfranchi as he reflects upon his memories, inner turmoil, and relationships with friends like Percy Bysshe Shelley. His interactions with his valet, Fletcher, display humorous exchanges, as well as literary discussions revealing his opinions on poetry of the time. Readers follow Byron as he participates in horse riding and pistol practice. The narrative captures Lord Byron's introspective nature and emotional depth.
A Day with Lord Byron
By May Byron
Witness a day in the life of a brilliant, brooding poet as he grapples with his inner demons, friendships, and creative passions in 19th-century Italy.
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About the AuthorMary Clarissa "May" Byron was a British writer and poet, best known for her abridgements of J. M. Barrie's Peter Pan books. She published under the names May Byron, M.C. Gillington and Maurice Clare. Byron specialised in writing biographies of great composers, poets and writers, before going on to rewrite some of J. M. Barrie's works for younger readers, to write poetry, and to write cookbooks.
Mary Clarissa "May" Byron was a British writer and poet, best known for her abridgements of J. M. Barrie's Peter Pan books. She published under the names May Byron, M.C. Gillington and Maurice Clare. Byron specialised in writing biographies of great composers, poets and writers, before going on to rewrite some of J. M. Barrie's works for younger readers, to write poetry, and to write cookbooks.
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