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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the complex relationship between Lord Byron and his half-sister Augusta Leigh, known as Mrs. Leigh. The author scrutinizes the accusation of incest between the pair, an allegation that, if true, would tarnish the legacy of one of England's greatest Romantic poets. The author challenges the claims of incest through a meticulous analysis of letters, poems, and journals from Byron and his contemporaries. The book delves into the personal and social context of the era, addressing the prevailing attitudes towards marriage, infidelity, and family honor. It explores the damaging impact of the incest rumor on Byron's life and reputation and questions the motives of those who sought to spread it. Ultimately, the book sheds new light on Byron's character, the nature of his relationships, and the enduring fascination with his life and work. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331687016_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331687016
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from A Vindication of Lord ByronEven supposing that Lady Byron s value as a witness was not thus under a cloud, why should she be believed rather than Lord Byron? On account of his general immorality, in the ordina. N° de réf. du vendeur 2147883881
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