Lewis Melville

Lewis Melville
Lewis Melville was the pen name of Lewis Saul Benjamin, an English writer and biographer, born in 1874. He is best known for his detailed biographies of historical figures, particularly focusing on British royalty and literary figures. His works include "The Life and Letters of Laurence Sterne" and "The Life of William Makepeace Thackeray," which were both well-researched and celebrated for their depth. In addition to biographies, Melville also wrote novels, plays, and contributed to various periodicals during his career.

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CHAPTER I CHILDHOOD (1689-1703) Birth of Mary Pierrepont, after Lady Mary Wortley Montagu—Account of the Pierrepont family—Lady Mary's immediate ancestors—Her father, Evelyn Pierrepont, succeeds to the Earldom of Kingston in 1790—The extinct marquisate of Dorchester revived in his favour—His marriage—Issue of the marriage—Death of his wife—Lady Mary stays with her grandmother, Mrs.... more...

CHAPTER I 1685-1706EARLY YEARS The Gays were an old family, who settled in Devonshire when Gilbert le Gay, through his marriage with the daughter and heiress of Curtoyse, came into possession of the manor of Goldsworthy, in Parkham. This they held until 1630, when it passed out of their hands to the Coffins. Subsequently they were associated with the parish of Frittelstock, near Great Torrington. In... more...