Ariel: A Shelley Romance

"Ariel: A Shelley Romance" by André Maurois is a classic novel that delves into the life of one of the most renowned English Romantic poets, Percy Bysshe Shelley. Through a fictionalized account of Shelley's life, Maurois captures the essence of the poet's revolutionary ideas and tumultuous personal life, including his relationships with Mary Shelley, Lord Byron, and other literary figures of the time. Maurois' novel paints a vivid portrait of Shelley's passionate spirit and his unwavering commitment to his art, despite the challenges and tragedies he faced throughout his life. With eloquent prose and rich historical detail, "Ariel: A Shelley Romance" offers readers a compelling glimpse into the world of one of the greatest poets of the Romantic era.