Lord Byron

2. Many believe that the life of George Gordon, Lord Byron has eclipsed his poetry. Do you agree? Which do you find more interesting and why?

George Gordon’s poetry is a kind of autobiography. His mock epic, Don Juan, includes events which parallel those in his own life. The story of his life is full of affairs, betrayal, adventure, and suffering. Although his works include similar characteristics, his life remains more interesting.

In “Don Juan”, the protagonist has an affair, travels the world, and encounters many obstacles throughout his journey. Those who are familiar with Lord Byron and “Don Juan” can easily find similarities between George Gordon’s life and that of the protagonist. Even though Byron’s life remains much more fascinating I would not say that it eclipses his work. Byron’s life is saturated with affairs, drama, adventure, and anguish. All of these factors make his life an epic in itself. His life is a long story and his “Don Juan” narrates the events of his life. At the same time, Byron states his opinions and makes fun of the imperfections of life and the hypocrisy of high society. While his life in full of drama, this work contains an additional touch of humor making it more interesting and enjoyable for the readers.

George Gordon’s bisexuality and his numerous affairs and lovers as well as his many adventures have made him infamous, yet as fascinating as his life may be, his work is still equally impressive. “Don Juan” is a masterfully written epic which mocks several romantic poets of the time, the hypocrisy of high society, and the nature of love. Its themes are universal and still applicable today. Since many events in the epic are taken directly from Byron’s life, the plot makes the poem interesting and captivating making it enjoyable to read.

My Poem #2

Please Don't Make Fun!!
I wasn't in the mood to write a poem. Also its CONTEMPORARY so ...

Drained, despondent, depressed,
Searching, searching, racking my brain!
What is it?
I know it!
Somewhere, it has to be in here somewhere!
What!
Why! Why can’t I find it?
I know it!
I know I know it!
So close!
Almost!
Its, its, its…
Maybe if I…
No!
Noo!
That won’t work. Nothing works!
What about,
Perhaps,
Could it be,
Dismal!
Yes that’s it! Dismal!
Drained, despondent, depressed, dismal.
That’s the first line, yes, dismal.
Now for the second line of the poem!