George Gordon, Lord Byron

George Gordon, Lord Byron, born in 1788, was one of the leading figures of the Romantic movement in literature. Known for his flamboyant personality and turbulent life, he was a poet, politician, and a passionate advocate for social reform. Byron's works often explore themes of love, loss, and the human condition, infused with a sense of melancholy and a longing for freedom. His most famous pieces, such as "Childe Harold's Pilgrimage" and "Don Juan," showcase his unique blend of lyrical beauty and biting satire, revealing the complexities of life in his time.

As a quintessential Romantic, Byron's influence extended far beyond his poetry, inspiring generations of writers and artists. His charm and charisma captured the imaginations of many, making him a beloved figure in literary circles. As you delve into his works in the app, you'll discover the depth of emotion and insight that Byron offers, inviting you into a world where passion and intellect intertwine beautifully. Enjoy exploring the rich tapestry of his poetry, and let his words resonate with you.

The Island

Read by Elizabeth Klett 4.6
Written late in his career, Byron's narrative poem The Island tells the famous story of the mutiny on board the Bounty, and follows the muti…

Childe Harold's Pilgrimage

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Childe Harold's Pilgrimage is a lengthy narrative poem in four parts written by Lord Byron. It was published between 1812 and 1818 and is de…

Manfred

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Manfred is a dramatic poem in three acts by Lord Byron, and possibly a self confessional work. A noble, Manfred, is haunted by the memory of…

Don Juan, Canto 1

Read by Peter Gallagher 4.5
Don Juan is a long narrative poem by Byron, based very loosely on the legend of the evil seducer, Don Juan. The first and second of (eventua…

Cain: A Mystery

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Cain: A Mystery is Lord Byron's retelling of the classical Biblical story from the point of view of its antagonist. Undoubtedly influenced b…

Don Juan, Cantos 13 - 16

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These are the last four Cantos of his mock epic that Byron completed in the year before his death at the age of 36 in Messolonghi, Greece, w…

The Castled Crag of Drachenfels

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of The Castled Crag of Drachenfels, by George Gordon, Lord Byron.This was the Fortnightly Poetry…

Don Juan, Canto 5

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Juan, captured by Turkish pirates and sold into slavery is bought by a beautiful Princess as her toy-boy. Dressed as an odalisque, he is smu…

Hours of Idleness

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Hours of Idleness was Byron's first book of poems published when he was only 19. In it he experiments with various poetic styles and provid…

The Siege of Corinth

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In this moving poem, Byron recounts the final, desperate resistance of the Venetians on the day the Ottoman army stormed Acrocorinth: reveal…

The Corsair

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The Corsair (1814) by Lord Byron narrates the tale of Conrad, a pirate or privateer, who was rejected by society in his youth because of his…

The Prisoner of Chillon

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Lord Byron visited the Castle of Chillon on Lake Geneva in Switzerland in 1816 and was intrigued by the legend of Francis Bonnivard who was …

Lines, On Hearing That Lady Byron Was Ill

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Here is a bitterly sarcastic poem wherein a jilted Lord Byron spits out his distain for his estranged wife, Lady Byron, laying a curse upon …

The Giaour

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The Giaour is a narrative poem that transports listeners to the exotic landscapes of the East, where passion, betrayal, and vengeance intert…

The Prophecy of Dante

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Byron wrote this tribute to the great 14th-century Italian poet Dante Alighieri after visiting his tomb in Ravenna in 1819. It envisages Dan…

Childe Harold's Pilgrimage: Canto IV

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Childe Harold's Pilgrimage is a lengthy narrative poem in four parts written by Lord Byron. It was published between 1812 and 1818 and is de…

Hebrew Melodies

Read by Alan Mapstone 4.5
Byron wrote the Hebrew Melodies to accompany music by the composer Isaac Nathan which he claimed derived from Synagogue tunes used at the ti…

So, We'll Go No More A-Roving

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To mark the 200th anniversary of the death of Lord Byron, LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of his poem So, We'll Go No More A-Rov…

Manfred (Version 2)

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Manfred is a Dramatic Poem written by Lord Byron in 1816-7 after he left England for the last time and shortly after the famous ghost story …

English Bards and Scotch Reviewers

Read by Alan Mapstone 4.8
English Bards and Scotch Reviewers was first published anonymously in 1809 with Byron only identified as the author in the 2nd edition. Byro…

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