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440. Lord Byron: Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know (Part 1)

The Rest Is History

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The Perilous Voyage of Foul Weather Jack and its Literary Legacy

This chapter explores the harrowing adventures of a midshipman aboard the HMS Wager during the 18th century, including a tragic shipwreck in Patagonia. It examines the profound effects of his experiences on literature and naval history, linking them to works by Byron and Patrick O'Brien.

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