Charles Cowden Clarke | |
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 Portrait of Charles Cowden Clarke, c. 1840 | |
| Born | Charles Cowden Clarke 15 December 1787 Enfield, England |
| Died | 13 March 1877 (aged 89) Genoa, Italy |
| Occupation | Author |
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Charles Cowden Clarke (15 December 1787 – 13 March 1877) was an English author who was best known for his books on Shakespeare. He was also known for his compilation of poems as well as his edition of The Canterbury Tales, which was rendered into prose and widely used.