When and where was Henry Morley born?
Henry Morley entered the world on the 15th of September 1822 within the bustling streets of Hatton Garden, London.
Questions about Henry Morley
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What medical training did Henry Morley complete before becoming a writer?
Henry Morley enrolled at King's College London in 1838 to pursue medical studies and graduated in 1843 when he joined the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries.
How did Charles Dickens influence the career of Henry Morley?
Satirical articles penned by Henry Morley caught the eye of Charles Dickens which led to an invitation for him to relocate to London in 1850 to edit Household Words.
During what years did Henry Morley serve as Professor of English Literature at University College London?
The academic career of Henry Morley took root from 1865 until 1889 at University College London while he held the title Professor of English Literature during this twenty-four year period.
Which book series edited by Henry Morley reached wide audiences between 1883 and 1889?
Morley's Universal Library appeared starting in 1883 through publisher George Routledge and Cassell's National Library followed from 1886 and produced 209 weekly editions.