Edward George Earle Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton

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Also Known As	Edward George Earle Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton of Knebworth
Born	May 25, 1803 • London • England
Died	January 18, 1873 (aged 69) • England
Notable Works	“Pelham”

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