11/30 The book was immediately pounced upon by the critics; but it is unnecessary to quote their reviews, as they are impartially given in the latest accredited editions of Lord Byron's poems. A few criticisms from Mr.Murray's private correspondence may be given. [Footnote: Probably that written in May; printed in the "Life."] He must be mad; but then there's method in his madness. He is, or rather might be, the most extraordinary character of his age. |