Horace Walpole
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Horace Walpole
Summary
Horace Walpole is a human[1]. Born in London[2], he… he was born on September 24, 1717[3]. He passed away in London[4]. He died on March 2, 1797[5]. He worked as a writer[6], novelist[7], autobiographer[8], politician[9], and art collector[10]. He ranks in the top 0.67% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,487 views/month, #6,751 of 1,000,298).[11]
Key Facts
- Horace Walpole was born in London[2].
- Horace Walpole died in London[4].
- Horace Walpole was born on September 24, 1717[3].
- Horace Walpole died on March 2, 1797[5].
- Burial took place at Norfolk[12].
- Horace Walpole's father was Robert Walpole[13].
- Horace Walpole's mother was Catherine, Lady Walpole[14].
- Horace Walpole held citizenship in Kingdom of Great Britain[15].
- Horace Walpole's professions included writer[6].
- Horace Walpole's professions included novelist[7].
- Horace Walpole worked as an autobiographer[8].
- Horace Walpole worked as a politician[9].
- Horace Walpole worked as an art collector[10].
- Horace Walpole held the position of member of the 11th Parliament of Great Britain[16].
- Horace Walpole held the position of member of the 9th Parliament of Great Britain[17].
- Horace Walpole held the position of member of the 10th Parliament of Great Britain[18].
- Horace Walpole held the position of member of the 12th Parliament of Great Britain[19].
- Horace Walpole was educated at Eton College[20].
- Horace Walpole's education included a stint at King's College[21].
- A notable work attributed to Horace Walpole is The Castle of Otranto[22].
- Horace Walpole received the Fellow of the Royal Society[23].
- Horace Walpole was a member of Royal Society[24].
- Horace Walpole was a member of Club de l'Entresol[25].
- Horace Walpole is recorded as male[26].
- Horace Walpole's instance of is recorded as human[27].
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Origins and Family
Born in London[2], Horace Walpole… he was born on September 24, 1717[3]. His father was Robert Walpole[13]. His mother was Catherine, Lady Walpole[14].
Education
Educated at Eton College[20], a public school[28], in United Kingdom[29], founded in 1440[30] and King's College[21], a college of the University of Cambridge[31], in United Kingdom[32], founded in 1441[33], headquartered in Cambridge[34].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include writer[6], novelist[7], autobiographer[8], politician[9], and art collector[10]. Positions held include member of the 11th Parliament of Great Britain[16], member of the 9th Parliament of Great Britain[17], member of the 10th Parliament of Great Britain[18], and member of the 12th Parliament of Great Britain[19].
Works and Contributions
A notable work attributed to Horace Walpole is The Castle of Otranto[22].
Recognition
Horace Walpole received the Fellow of the Royal Society[23].
Personal Life
Horace Walpole was affiliated with the Whigs[35].
Death and Burial
Horace Walpole died on March 2, 1797[5]. He passed away in London[4]. He is buried at Norfolk[12].
Why It Matters
Horace Walpole ranks in the top 0.67% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,487 views/month, #6,751 of 1,000,298).[11] He has Wikipedia articles in 26 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[36] He is known by 39 alternative names across languages and contexts.[37]
Works attributed to him include The Castle of Otranto[38], a literary work[39].
FAQs
Where was Horace Walpole born?
Born in London[2], Horace Walpole…
Where did Horace Walpole die?
Horace Walpole passed away in London[4].
Who were Horace Walpole's parents?
Horace Walpole's father was Robert Walpole[13]. Horace Walpole's mother was Catherine, Lady Walpole[14].
What did Horace Walpole do for work?
Horace Walpole worked as writer[6], novelist[7], autobiographer[8], politician[9], and art collector[10].
Where did Horace Walpole go to school?
Horace Walpole was educated at Eton College[20] and King's College[21].
What awards did Horace Walpole receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[23].