She may have regarded her sister as the victim of a most singularly powerful tempter.

Lord Byron, as she knew, had tried to corrupt her own morals and faith.

He had obtained a power over some women, even in the highest circles in England, which had led them to forego the usual decorums of their sex, and had given rise to great scandals.

He was a being of wonderful personal attractions.

He had not only strong poetical, but also strong logical power.