Charles Tennyson Turner Biography
Charles Tennyson Turner was born in Lincolnshire, England, in 1808. He was the eldest son of George Clayton Tennyson and Elizabeth Fytche Tennyson. His younger brothers were Alfred Tennyson, who would become one of the most famous poets in English literature, and
Frederick Tennyson, who was also a poet and author.
Tennyson Turner received his education at Louth Grammar School and then at Cambridge University, where he studied law. However, he did not pursue a career in law and instead turned his attention to writing and poetry.
In 1837, Tennyson Turner married Louisa Sellwood, a close friend of his sister-in-law Emily. They had three children together: Lionel, Mary, and Agnes.
Tennyson Turner's poetry was highly praised by his contemporaries and he was included in several anthologies of the time. He also wrote for numerous literary magazines, including the renowned Edinburgh Review.
Tennyson Turner was a close friend of the painter J.M.W. Turner and the two often collaborated on projects. They produced two books together, "The Life and Correspondence of J.M.W. Turner" and "The Keepsake for 1840", a collection of short stories and poems by various writers.
Tennyson Turner was also an active philanthropist and served as a justice of the peace in Lincolnshire. He was instrumental in the establishment of the Lincolnshire Convalescent Home, which provided medical care and support for those recovering from illness or injury.
Tennyson Turner died in 1879 at the age of 71. He was buried in the churchyard of All Saints’ Church in Branston, Lincolnshire, where his grave can still be seen today.
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Related authors: Frederick Tennyson (Poet)
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