died 1873
Edward Bulwer-Lytton was a British novelist, playwright, and politician born on May 25, 1803. He is best known for his historical novels such as "Pelham" and "The Last Days of Pompeii," as well as for coining the famous phrase "It was a dark and stormy night." Bulwer-Lytton was also a prominent figure in the Victorian literary scene and served as a member of Parliament.