William Harrison Ainsworth
English author of historical novels
Born
1805
220 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English author specialized in historical novels during the 19th century. Ainsworth gained prominence with works that depicted the social and political issues of his time. He was a contemporary of other notable authors and contributed to literary magazines, enhancing public interest in serialized storytelling. His novels often drew on rich historical detail and featured intrigue and adventure, appealing to the reading public of the Victorian era.
Authored 'Rookwood', a celebrated novel
Published 'Windsor Castle', noted for its detail
Contributed to 'Bentley's Miscellany', a famous literary periodical
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