Matthew Gregory Lewis
English Gothic writer (1775–1818) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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This article is about the English author. For the American political writer, see Matt K. Lewis.
Matthew Gregory Lewis (9 July 1775 – 14 or 16 May 1818)[1] was an English novelist and dramatist, whose writings are often classified as "Gothic horror". He was frequently referred to as "Monk" Lewis, because of the success of his 1796 Gothic novel The Monk. He also worked as a diplomat, politician and an estate owner in Jamaica.
Quick Facts Member of Parliament for Hindon, Preceded by ...
Matthew Lewis | |
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Member of Parliament for Hindon | |
In office 1796–1802 | |
Preceded by | James Adams |
Succeeded by | John Pedley |
Personal details | |
Born | Matthew Gregory Lewis (1775-07-09)9 July 1775 London, England |
Died | 14/16 May 1818 (aged 42) |
Alma mater | Christ Church, Oxford |
Occupation | Author |
Writing career | |
Language | English |
Nationality | British |
Genre | Novels |
Notable works | The Monk |
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