He was the Romantic poet famously described as "mad, bad, and dangerous to know".

In this episode, we'll learn about his scandalous life, how he shocked the nation so badly he had to leave, and how England's first "rock star poet" became a national hero in Greece.

The early life of Lord Byron
His time at Harrow school
Going to Cambridge University, sleeping around, and keeping a bear as a pet
His first poetic scandal
Embarking on The Grand Tour and discovering Europe's more relaxed attitude
Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage and returning to England a hero
Returning to England and becoming a hero overnight
His affairs and sexual exploits in England
His relationship with Augusta, his half-sister
Getting married and being a father to Ada (Lovelace)
Running away to Europe
A dark, moody summer writing Gothic horror with Percy and Mary Shelley
His exploits in Venice
Finding some order to life with Countess Teresa Guiccioli
Moving to Greece and becoming caught up with Greek independence
His early death aged 36
The legacy of Lord Byron

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/byron

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#244 | The Scandalous Life of Lord Byron