Laurence Sterne

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Laurence Sterne

Biography Laurence Sterne (1713 - 1768)

English novelist and Anglican clergyman

Was born on 24 nov 1713.
Died on 18 mar 1768, at 54 years old.
Origin country United Kingdom

He is best known for his novels "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy", "Gentleman" and "A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy"; but he also published many sermons, wrote memoirs, and was involved in local politics.
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