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Radio 4,19 Jul 2002,30 mins

Lord Byron

Great Lives

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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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