Beckford
[bek-ferd]
- William,1759–1844, English writer.
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Contemporary Examples
Beckford, like Efron, did so with faux-protest, and with a big smile on his face.
Historical Examples
Beckford was one of the greatest book-enthusiasts that ever lived.
The Book-Hunter in LondonWilliam Roberts
Though a magnificent host, the elder Beckford was no glutton.
The History of the Caliph VathekWilliam Beckford
Beckford saw her in 1787, and was impressed by her dignified bearing.
The Works of Lord Byron, Volume 2George Gordon Byron
Beckford was believed to have been at the bottom of the mischief.
London and the Kingdom - Volume IIIReginald R. Sharpe
The Court then desired Beckford to state what he had said to his majesty.
London and the Kingdom - Volume IIIReginald R. Sharpe
Beckford
- William . 1759–1844, English writer and dilettante; author of the oriental romance Vathek (1787)
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