# Byron — Poetry character guide

> Byron in Poetry by Oscar Wilde.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0020-ravenna

## Who they are

The Romantic poet Lord Byron, referenced as a figure in the poems.

## Relationships

### [Anthony](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_18_se/characters/anthony)

_friendship_

Anthony and Byron are fellow poets or kindred spirits, sharing a bond of artistic and romantic rebellion.

## In the story

### [Ravenna](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_18_se/chapters/ravenna)

Byron lived in Ravenna for two years in love and revelry, later leaving to fight for Greek liberty; the poet praises his sacrifice.

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_18_se/chapters/iv)

Portrayed as a warrior-poet who lived in the palace, fought for Greek liberty, and died nobly in battle.

### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_18_se/chapters/vii)

Mentioned as having loved to dwell in Ravenna

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