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James Thornton
AuthorBooks · Second hand1861-1938
James Thornton was an Irish-American songwriter and vaudeville performer. He is primarily remembered today as the composer of the 1898 song, "When You Were Sweet Sixteen".
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Birth
1861
Death
1938
First book
1885
Years writing
141
James Thornton was a prominent songwriter and vaudeville performer in the American entertainment scene.
His most iconic song, When You Were Sweet Sixteen, remains his most celebrated musical work.
Born in Dublin, he built his artistic career in the United States at the turn of the century.
His literary legacy is remarkably diverse, ranging from wine economics to studies on Orthodox Christianity.
Throughout his career, he published a total of 26 works that reflect his wide-ranging intellectual interests.