Percy Bysshe Shelley, the young poet who formed an iconic literary friendship with Lord Byron in Geneva, sparked a gripping story of scandal, love, and tragedy. They shared a stormy night of ghost stories that inspired a masterpiece. As Byron's exile and deteriorating image unfolded, Shelley's admiration for him remained, but their complex relationships and political engagements added layers to their story. Byron's philanthropic mission in Greece showcased his noble efforts, leading to his dramatic final days and legacy.

Frank Skinner discusses statues and statutes with Percy Bysshe Shelley, the renowned romantic poet and essayist. They explore Shelley's unpublished poem, unconventional distribution methods, the structure of the sonnet, the need for reform in Parliament, and the power of poetry in resurrecting England. They also contemplate the decay of power through the vandalism of statues and the lasting influence of Shelley's poem 'Ozymandias'.