DIFFERENCES IN THE POETRY OF BYRON AND LERMONTOV: ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSIONS
Abstract
this article examines the distinctive characteristics of the poetry of Lord Byron and Mikhail Lermontov, two seminal figures in the Romantic literary tradition. While both poets explore themes of love, nature, and the human condition, their cultural contexts and individual experiences shape their approaches to these subjects in divergent ways. Byron's work often reflects exuberance and passionate longing, characterized by lush imagery and emotional intensity, whereas Lermontov’s poetry tends to evoke a sense of melancholy and existential contemplation, rooted in the complexities of identity and societal constraints. This analysis highlights the contrasting styles, themes, and philosophical underpinnings in their respective bodies of work, ultimately concluding that the poetry of Byron and Lermontov offers rich insights into the diverse expressions of Romanticism and the enduring human experience.
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