William BeckfordWilliam Beckford (1760-1844) was an English writer, collector, and patron of the arts. Known for his eccentric life and extraordinary wealth, Beckford produced one of the most distinctive works of Gothic fiction with The History of the Caliph Vathek.First written in French and later translated into English, the novel secured his lasting reputation as a unique voice in eighteenth-century literature. Read More Read Less
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