Byronic Heroes in Nineteenth-Century Womens Writing and Screen Adaptation

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Exploring the legacy of the Byronic hero, this book delves into the works of nineteenth-century women writers like Jane Austen, Elizabeth Gaskell, and George Eliot, revealing how their narratives engage with and reinterpret Byron's influence. It highlights the complex dialogues between these authors and the Romantic ideals embodied by Byron, while also examining recent screen adaptations of their novels. By employing an interdisciplinary approach, the text addresses the evolution of Byronic characters in literature and their resurgence in contemporary film and television.