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William Godwin
AuthorBooks · Second hand1756-1836
William Godwin was an English journalist, political philosopher and novelist. He is considered one of the first exponents of utilitarianism and the first modern proponent of anarchism. Godwin is most famous for two books that he published within the space of a year: An Enquiry Concerning Political Justice, an attack on political institutions, and Things as They Are; or, The Adventures of Caleb Williams, an early mystery novel that criticizes aristocratic privilege. Based on the success of both works, Godwin featured prominently in the radical circles of London in the 1790s. He wrote prolifically in the genres of novels, history and demography throughout his life.
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Birth
1756
Death
1836
First book
1794
Years writing
232
William Godwin was an influential British political philosopher and writer born in Wisbech in 1756.
He is recognized as one of the earliest science fiction authors, with a prolific career spanning over 240 published works.
His novel Caleb Williams is considered one of his most notable and essential works within his bibliography.
He maintained a close personal and professional relationship with the prominent feminist Mary Wollstonecraft.
His intellectual interests covered diverse topics ranging from political philosophy to the study of witchcraft.