Evan Williams

1749–1835 (age 86)

Biography

Evan Williams was a prominent bookseller based in Pentonville during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. His establishment became known for its extensive collection and his contributions to the literary community of London.

Williams played an important role in the dissemination of knowledge during a transformative period in British publishing. His dedication to the book trade left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of his era.

Also buried at Pentonville

James Basire
1730–1802 (age 72)
Pentonville
Accomplished printmaker whose engravings preserved architectural treasures for posterity.
Thomas John Dibdin
1771–1841 (age 70)
Pentonville
Thomas John Dibdin was a prolific writer active in London during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
Henry Sargant Storer
1796–1837 (age 41)
Pentonville
Henry Sargant Storer was an artist whose career in Pentonville was marked by early promise.