Laurence Sterne
Person
Residency:
United Kingdom
GB
Nationality:
Ireland
IE
Born:
1713
Died:
1768
Record Status:
Short biography:
Laurence Sterne (24 November 1713 – 18 March 1768) was an Irish-born English novelist and an Anglican clergyman. He wrote the novels The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman and A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy, and also published many sermons, wrote memoirs, and was involved in local politics. Sterne died in London after years of fighting tuberculosis.
(Source: Wikipedia entry on Laurence Sterne)
Works by this author:
Work title | Publication Type | Year |
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The Life and Times of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman | Print publication (antecedent) | 1759 |