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Edward Lear

Edward Lear

Edward Lear (1812–1888) was a British artist, illustrator, author and poet.

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About Edward Lear

Edward Lear (1812–1888) was a British artist, illustrator, author and poet. He was born in London and later lived in Italy, where he died at San Remo. He published A Book of Nonsense in 1846 and Nonsense Songs, Stories, Botany, and Alphabets in 1871. He also illustrated birds.

Born
1812
Died
1888

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