Biography of horace walpole

Horatio Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford (/ ˈwɔːlpoʊl /; 24 September – 2 March ), better known as Horace Walpole, was an English Whig politician, writer, historian and antiquarian. Horace Walpole (born Septem, London, England—died March 2, , London) was an English writer, connoisseur, and collector known for his novel The Castle of Otranto (), the first Gothic novel in the English language and one of the earliest literary horror stories. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Horace Walpole, 4th Earl of Orford (Septem – March 2, ), more commonly known as Horace Walpole, was a writer, politician, and architectural innovator. He was the youngest son of British Prime Minister Robert Walpole and the cousin of Lord Nelson.