Family Spouse
Evelyn Violet Adye
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J. Meade Falkner
1858-05-08 – 1932-07-22
Life & Legacy
John Meade Falkner (8 May 1858 – 22 July 1932) was an English novelist and poet, best known for his 1898 novel Moonfleet. An extremely successful businessman, he became chairman of the arms manufacturer Armstrong Whitworth during World War I.
Occupation & Career
writer, novelist, children's writer, businessperson, poet, historian, weapons manufacturer, teacher, antiquarian bookseller
Education
Hertford College; Derby School; Marlborough College; Weymouth College
Legacy Highlights
Employer
Durham University
Organizations & Memberships
Bibliographical Society
Education & Institutions
Derby School · Hertford College · Marlborough College · Weymouth College
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Sources & Provenance
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