Lord Byron
1788-1824Lord Byron, whose full name was George Gordon Byron, was a 19th-century British poet known for his romantic poetry and controversial life.
Lord Byron, whose full name was George Gordon Byron, was a 19th-century British poet known for his romantic poetry and controversial life.
Lord Byron, whose full name was George Gordon Byron, was a 19th-century British poet known for his romantic poetry and controversial life.
Born on January 22, 1788, in London, Byron inherited the title of Lord at the age of ten following the death of his great-uncle.
His poetry, which addressed themes such as love, beauty, freedom, and melancholy, made him a prominent figure in the Romantic movement.
However, his personal life was marked by scandals, including tumultuous relationships and his involvement in the Greek War of Independence, where he ultimately met his death in 1824.
Byron left a lasting legacy in English literature and continues to be a fascinating figure for scholars and enthusiasts alike..