George Griffith
British science fiction writer and explorer (1857–1906)
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Summary
George Griffith was born on January 1, 1857[1], in Plymouth[2]. He died on January 1, 1906[3], in Port Erin[4]. He worked as an author[5], scientist[6], science fiction writer[7], journalist[8], and writer[9]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (241 views/month, #7,271 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: August 20, 1857[11]
- Date of death: June 4, 1906[12]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: George Chetwynd Griffith[15]
- Family name: Griffith[16]
- Given name: George[17]
- Pseudonym: George Griffith[18]
- Described by source: Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[20]
- Birth name: George Chetwynd Griffiths-Jones[21]
- Writing language: English[22]
Why It Matters
George Griffith has Wikipedia articles in 7 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[23] He is known by 11 alternative names across languages and contexts.[24]
FAQs
Where was George Griffith born?
George Griffith was born in Plymouth[2].
Where did George Griffith die?
George Griffith died in Port Erin[4].
What did George Griffith do for work?
George Griffith worked as an author[5], scientist[6], science fiction writer[7], journalist[8], and writer[9].