Thomas Lovell Beddoes

Poet and playwright from England

Thomas Lovell Beddoes - Poet and playwright from England
Born

June 30th, 1803
222 years ago

Died

January 26th, 1849
176 years ago — 45 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

England

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Born in 1803, this individual was a poet, playwright, and physician. Significant works include the play 'The Bride of Death' and poetry collections that explored themes of death and the human condition. The writings often reflected Romantic influences and a fascination with the macabre. Contributions to literature spanned multiple genres, combining creative writing with medical knowledge. Beddoes' writings, although not widely recognized during lifetime, gained interest posthumously and contributed to the understanding of emotional and intellectual struggles of the time. Death occurred in 1849.

Authored the play 'The Bride of Death'

Published poetry that explored themes of death

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