The Diary of Dr. John William Polidori, 1816, Relating to Byron, Shelley, etc.
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| Author | Polidori, John William, 1795-1821 |
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| Editor | Rossetti, William Michael, 1829-1919 |
| LoC No. | 11027864 |
| Title | The Diary of Dr. John William Polidori, 1816, Relating to Byron, Shelley, etc. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Diary of Dr. John William Polidori, 1816, Relating to Byron, Shelley, etc." is a historical account written in the early 20th century, edited and elucidated by William Michael Rossetti. The text serves as a diary chronicling the experiences of Dr. John Polidori, a young physician, during his journey with the famous poet Lord Byron and a circle of other notable literary figures, including Percy Bysshe Shelley. The diary captures the intrigues and observations surrounding these prominent literary icons of the Romantic era. The opening portion of the text introduces Dr. John William Polidori, briefly recounting his background, ambitions, and connection to Lord Byron as his traveling physician. The narrative details his early enthusiasm upon embarking on a significant journey across Europe, showcasing both the scenic beauty and artistic grandeur he encounters along the way. Notably, Polidori reflects on historical sites, art, and architecture as he travels through England and Belgium. The entries weave personal impressions alongside cultural insights, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of relationships and literary history intertwined with his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poets, English -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Shelley, Percy Bysshe, 1792-1822 -- Friends and associates |
| Subject | Byron, George Gordon Byron, Baron, 1788-1824 -- Friends and associates |
| Subject | Polidori, John William, 1795-1821 -- Diaries |
| Subject | Poets, English -- Homes and haunts -- Europe |
| Subject | Europe -- Intellectual life -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55017 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 233 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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