Richard Garnett (writer)
Richard Garnett | |
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Richard Garnett, ca. 1892 | |
| Born | 27 February 1835 |
| Died | 13 April 1906 (aged 71) |
| Occupation | Author Philologist (historical linguist) Poet Biographer |
| Notable awards | Companion of the Order of the Bath |
| Spouse | Olivia Carney Singleton |
| Children | 6 |
| Relatives | Richard Garnett, (father) Edward Garnett, (son) Olive Garnett, (daughter) Constance Garnett, (daughter-in-law), David (Bunny) Garnett, (grandson) |
Richard Garnett C.B. (27 February 1835 – 13 April 1906) was a scholar, librarian, biographer, poet and astrologer. He was keeper of printed books at British Museum from 1890 to 1899.