Publisher's Synopsis
Historical Illustrations of the Fourth Canto of Childe Harold is a book written by John Hobhouse and published in 1818. The book is a collection of dissertations on the ruins of Rome and an essay on Italian literature. It is specifically focused on the fourth canto of Lord Byron's epic poem, Childe Harold's Pilgrimage, which describes the poet's travels through Italy. Hobhouse's book provides historical context and background information on the places and events mentioned in the poem. The dissertations on the ruins of Rome explore the history and significance of ancient structures such as the Colosseum and the Pantheon. The essay on Italian literature discusses the works of prominent Italian writers such as Dante Alighieri and Francesco Petrarca. The book is filled with detailed illustrations and engravings that bring the historical sites and literary figures to life. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Italy, as well as for those studying Lord Byron's poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
