William Motherwell
1797–1835 (age 38)
Biography
William Motherwell was a talented Scottish writer whose literary contributions enriched the cultural landscape of early 19th century Britain. His works reflected the romantic sensibilities of his age and demonstrated considerable skill in verse and prose composition.
Motherwell's career, though cut short by his early death, established him as a notable figure in Scottish letters. He was interred at the Glasgow Necropolis, a magnificent Victorian cemetery that became the resting place for many of Scotland's most distinguished citizens.