Edward Bulwer-Lytton
1803–1873 (age 70)
Biography
Edward Bulwer-Lytton wrote with prodigious imagination, crafting novels, dramas, and essays that captivated Victorian readers and shaped literary tastes for decades. His flair for the dramatic and gift for memorable phrasing left an indelible mark on the language and culture of his time.
He was laid to rest in Westminster Abbey, where his contributions to the arts are honored alongside the many voices who have enriched British literature.