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Laurence Sterne — Age & Birthday

Born: 24 November 1713 · Died: 18 March 1768 · Age at death: 54

How old was Laurence Sterne when he died?

Laurence Sterne died aged 54. He was born on 24 November 1713 and died on 18 March 1768.

Author of the experimental comic novel Tristram Shandy

Did you know?His most famous book features unusual design choices, including a completely black page to signify a character's death.

Laurence Sterne (24 November 1713 – 18 March 1768) was an Anglo-Irish novelist and Anglican cleric. He is best known for his comic novels The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman (1759–1767) and A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy (1768).

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Age at death: 54
Years since death: 258

Born: November 24, 1713 · Clonmel, Ireland
Died: March 18, 1768
Cause of death: Tuberculosis
Nationality: British
Known for: Literature, Religion, Media

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Spouse: Elizabeth Lumley

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