Charles Wilkins
British orientalist and typographer
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Summary
Charles Wilkins was born on January 1, 1749[1], in Frome[2]. He died on May 13, 1836[3], in Greater London[4]. He worked as a translator[5], orientalist[6], writer[7], and literary scholar[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (279 views/month, #7,261 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Place of death: London[10]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[11]
- Notable work: A Grammar of the Sanskrita Language[12]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[13]
- Member of: Royal Society[14], Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities[15], Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Family name: Wilkins[18]
- Given name: Charles[19]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[20], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[21]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[22]
- Different from: Charles Wilkin[23]
- Writing language: English[24]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[25]
- P14585: 50301[26]
Why It Matters
Charles Wilkins has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[27] He is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[28]
FAQs
Where was Charles Wilkins born?
Charles Wilkins was born in Frome[2].
Where did Charles Wilkins die?
Charles Wilkins passed away in Greater London[4].
What did Charles Wilkins do for work?
Charles Wilkins worked as a translator[5], orientalist[6], writer[7], and literary scholar[8].
What awards did Charles Wilkins receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[13].