Tennyson's Life and Poetry: And Mistakes Concerning Tennyson

"Tennyson's Life and Poetry: And Mistakes Concerning Tennyson" by Eugene Parsons is a late 19th-century biography that journeys through the life and career of the renowned poet Alfred Lord Tennyson, while simultaneously debunking widespread misunderstandings about him. The book gives a detailed look at Tennyson's journey, starting with his upbringing in Lincolnshire and culminating with his appointment as Poet Laureate, highlighting the events and impacts that shaped his distinctive poetic style and fueled his writing. In addition, the book points out errors that are present in other biographical accounts of Tennyson, from inaccurate dates to misrepresentations of his family history and achievements, with the overall goal of setting the record straight and offering a truer and more honorable representation of Tennyson's legacy.