Childe Harold's Pilgrimage by Baron George Gordon Byron Byron

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Author Byron, George Gordon Byron, Baron, 1788-1824
Title Childe Harold's Pilgrimage
Note Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Les Bowler and David Widger
Summary "Childe Harold's Pilgrimage" by Lord Byron is a narrative poem written in the early 19th century, notable for its exploration of themes such as disillusionment, longing, and the beauty of nature. The poem follows the journey of Childe Harold, a young nobleman who, feeling weary and disenchanted with life in England, embarks on a quest for adventure and self-discovery through various countries, particularly in Southern Europe. At the start of the poem, we are introduced to Harold, whose earlier life has been spent in hedonistic revelry, yet he now finds himself stricken with a profound sense of ennui and dissatisfaction. Feeling out of place in his own homeland, he decides to escape to foreign shores, hinting at a deeper inner turmoil. The opening portion sets the tone for his travels while reflecting on beauty, love, and the impermanence of life. Through poignant imagery and philosophical musings, Byron captures the essence of a restless spirit seeking solace and purpose, inviting readers to reflect on their own existence amidst historical and personal landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry
Subject Voyages and travels -- Poetry
Subject Pilgrims and pilgrimages -- Europe -- Poetry
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EBook-No. 5131
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 1, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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