{"product_id":"don-juan-9781513268859","title":"Don Juan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDon Juan\u003c\/i\u003e is a satirical poem inspired by the Spanish libertine, who's known for his romantic trysts, frequent adventures and salacious activities throughout the land.\u003c\/b\u003e George Gordon reinvents the character, by subverting expectations and changing the narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe character of Don Juan has an infamous legacy tied to his relations with women. According to Gordon, his exploits began as a teenager when he engaged in an extramarital affair with a 23-year-old woman. When the pair are discovered, Juan is exiled and forced to travel abroad. This leads to many adventures, where he finds himself in one peculiar situation after another. Despite the obstacles, Juan is never too far from a woman's love and affection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith \u003ci\u003eDon Juan\u003c\/i\u003e, George Gordon delivers a vibrant and entertaining take on a literary classic. He infuses humor into a series of hapless tales taking the reader on a nonstop adventure. It's an enduring legend that's been adapted and reimagined for hundreds of years.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003eDon Juan\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eByron, George Gordon:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge Gordon Byron (1788-1824)\u003c\/b\u003e, also known as Lord Byron, was a London-born politician and poet who contributed to the Romantic Movement. He was the son of Captain John Gordon and a wealthy Scottish heiress, Catherine Gordon. Gordon was educated at Trinity College but was more interested in the social scene than his studies. Despite his ambivalence, Gordon was a prolific writer with an affinity for politics. He published his first volume of poetry, \u003ci\u003eHours of Idleness\u003c\/i\u003e in 1807 and subsequently joined the House of Lords in 1809. Despite his untimely passing at 36, Gordon led a short but accomplished life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mint Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50379630444818,"sku":"9781513268859","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a0d298b2-9666-4b34-85a2-2f6f19edc8d5.jpg?v=1728665366","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/don-juan-9781513268859","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}