Carleton, William (M)

Surname: Carleton
Forename(s): William
b. 4 March 1794. d. 30 January 1869. Nationality: Irish. VIAF.
Poet and novelist. Born in Prillisk, Co. Tyrone. Son of James Carleton and Mary Kelly. Lived in Dublin. Worked as a teacher before finding somewhat consistent success with writing. Married Jane Anderson. Publications include short stories published in periodicals throughout his career, several novels, and his most well-known work, Traits and Stories of the Irish Peasantry (1843). Biographical information: DIB. (BGL)

Poems associated with this person

Total poems: 1
Poem title Date Periodical Roles id #
The Churchyard Bride 1885-04 Longman’s Magazine Poet 18689