The Works of Lord Byron, Vol. 1. Poetry

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The Works of Lord Byron, Vol. 1. Poetry

by Baron George Gordon Byron Byron

EN·~13 hours·11 chapters

Chapters

11 total

Byron's Poetical Works

13:51

Preface

7:17

Poems on Various Occasions

5:50

Bibliographical Note to English Bards and Scotch Reviewers

5:31

Hours of Idleness and Other Early Poems

0:02

Fugitive Pieces

5:29

To E——

0:37

On the Death of a Young Lady, Cousin to the Author, and very dear to Him

2:47

To D——

0:57

To Caroline

1:19:14

Description

This volume gathers the early poetic output of a celebrated Romantic poet in a newly revised and enlarged edition, complete with period illustrations that bring the 19th‑century atmosphere to life. Readers will find the youthful exuberance of his first publications—occasional verses, school exercises, and tender dedication poems that first announced his talent. The careful editorial work also supplies helpful notes that place each piece in its historical context.

Across the pages, the poet moves from playful satire to heartfelt elegy, exploring love, loss, and the restless spirit of a young writer confronting society’s expectations. His language is vivid yet surprisingly accessible, making the listening experience both intimate and dramatic. Whether you are drawn to lyrical love letters, sharp social commentary, or classical translations, this collection offers a rich portrait of a poet on the brink of greatness.

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Language

en

Duration

~13 hours (790K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Clytie Siddall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Release date

2005-09-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

Baron George Gordon Byron Byron

Baron George Gordon Byron Byron

1788–1824

A dazzling and scandalous voice of the Romantic age, he wrote with equal force about passion, exile, wit, and restless longing. Best known for Childe Harold's Pilgrimage and Don Juan, he became one of Europe's first true literary celebrities.

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