Rosamund, Queen of the Lombards

Algernon Charles Swinburne (1837-1909) was a Victorian era English poet, playwright, novelist, and critic, renowned for his lyrical poetry and controversial themes. Swinburne's mastery of verse and his use of historical and classical themes were widely appreciated during his lifetime and have etched his name into the annals of English literature. Although his reputation waned in the early 20th cen...