James Ormiston Affleck

1840–1922 (age 82)

Biography

James Ormiston Affleck chronicled the spirit of his age with an observant pen, contributing essays and stories that reflected the concerns of late-Victorian Scotland.

His work in Edinburgh's literary circles and on the page promoted thoughtful dialogue about history, society, and the human experience.

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