Matthew Gregory Lewis: Biography, Facts and Career
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Matthew Gregory Lewis (9 July 1775 – 16 May 1818) 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.
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- Full name: Matthew Gregory Lewis
- Born: 1775-07-09
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q121060
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Who is Matthew Gregory Lewis?
Matthew Gregory Lewis (9 July 1775 – 16 May 1818) was an English novelist and dramatist, whose writings are often classified as "Gothic horror".
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Matthew Gregory Lewis is United Kingdom.
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Matthew Gregory Lewis was born on 1775-07-09.
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