George and Weedon Grossmith
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George and Weedon Grossmith — [George and Weedon Grossmith] two English brothers (1847–1912 and 1854–1919), best known for writing ↑Diary of a Nobody. Weedon also illustrated the book. I left the room with silent dignity but caught my foot in the mat. from The Diary of a… … Useful english dictionary
Weedon Grossmith — also illustrated the book to much acclaim.Life and careerGrossmith was born in London and grew up in St. Pancras and Hampstead, London. His father, George Grossmith (1820–80), was the chief court reporter for The Times and other newspapers at the … Wikipedia
George Grossmith — (9 December 1847 ndash; 1 March 1912) was an English comedian, writer, composer, actor, and singer. His performing career spanned more than four decades. As a writer and composer, he created 18 comic operas, nearly 100 musical sketches, some 600… … Wikipedia
Grossmith, George — ▪ British comedian born Dec. 9, 1847, London, Eng. died March 1, 1912, Folkestone, Kent English comedian and singer who created many of the chief characters in the original productions of Gilbert and Sullivan light operas. After several… … Universalium
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