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Lord Byron

Writer Sue Limb chooses 'mad, bad and dangerous to know' poet, Lord Byron. With Humphrey Carpenter. From 2002.

Writer Sue Limb chooses 'mad, bad and dangerous to know' poet, Lord Byron.

The biographical series in which a distinguished guest chooses someone who's inspired their life.

Will their hero stand up to intensive scrutiny and merit the description of having led a great life?

Presented by Humphrey Carpenter

Producer: Miles Warde

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in July 2002.

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30 minutes

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