Lady Sydney Morgan, an Anglo-Irish writer and socialite, drew inspiration from her own experiences in both England and Ireland to craft this poignant tale of love and loyalty.

Account of travels in Italy by a lady traveler, Lady Sydney Morgan, "composed from a journal kept during a residence in Italy, in the years 1819-20"--Advertisement, p. [iii].

Lady Sydney Morgan, known for her contributions to Irish literature and her support for Irish nationalism, drew inspiration from her own experiences and observations to craft this novel.