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221. Holidays: Byron's Grand Tour

The Rest Is History

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This chapter explores the historical practice of the Grand Tour by aristocrats in the late 17th and 18th centuries, using Lord Byron's experiences to illustrate the emotional challenges of travel. It examines how these early journeys influenced modern vacation culture and the evolution of leisure during August.

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