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Description:ThisVintage Booklet is Titled \"The Castle of Chillon and its Prisoner\" - Byron\'s Poem.Lord Byron’s poemThe Prisoner of Chillonisquite closely tied to specific circumstances. While sailing on Lake Geneva onJune 22, 1816, Byron and Shelley stopped at the Château de Chillon. Byronsubsequently composedThe Prisoner of Chillonin a few days whilestaying with Shelley and others at a hotel in Ouchy. The poem was probablycompleted by July 2, 1816. The historically famous prisoner of Chillon wasFrançois Bonivard (1496-1570). The prisoner in Byron’s poem was imprisoned forrefusing to forsake his father’s faith. The actual story of Bonivard is rathermore earthy. The booklet has 47 pages and a pull out map in the back of the book.
Measures: 4-1/4\"W x 6\" H.
Condition: Corners and edges are slightly worn. Good Condition.
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