William Dean Howells
William Dean Howells (1837–1920) was an American journalist, novelist and essayist.
Also recorded as William Howells; W. D. Howells.
William Dean Howells in brief
- Born
- 1837
- Died
- 1920
- Known for
- journalist, novelist, essayist, playwright, literary critic, biographer, science fiction writer and children's writer
- Place of birth
- Martins Ferry
Overview
Born at Martins Ferry in 1837, died at Manhattan in 1920.
In detail
the recorded working language is English.
The authority associates the name with literary realism.
Residence is recorded at Concord Avenue and William Dean Howells House. Membership is recorded of American Academy of Arts and Letters.
Works named in the authority record are Pleasure-Pain.
Sources
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- 1.
“William Dean Howells”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q526709: William Dean Howells
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