Robert Merry
English poet and dilettante (1755–1798) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Not to be confused with the fictional Robert Merry of Merry's Museum or Robert W. Merry (1946- ), the American journalist.
Robert Merry (1755–1798) was an English poet and dilettante. He was born in London. Both his father and grandfather were involved in the governance of the Hudson's Bay Company. His mother was the eldest daughter of Sir John Willes, Lord Chief Justice.
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Robert Merry | |
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Born | 1755 |
Died | 1798 (aged 42–43) |
Nationality | English |
Occupation | Poet |
Notable work | "Adieu and Recall to Love", "The Air Balloon" |
Spouse | Ann Brunton |
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