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Winthrop Mackworth Praed

Humorous With Words 1839 Today is the birthday of the English writer and politician Winthrop Mackworth Praed, who is remembered for his humorous verse. He wrote, “I remember, I remember how my childhood fleeted by. The mirth of its December, and the warmth of its July.” At his home, Winthrop had a fine grove with…

Today is the birthday of Winthrop Mackworth Praed, who was born on this day, July 26, 1802. Praed was an English writer and politician remembered for his humorous verse. He wrote, “I remember, I remember how my childhood fleeted by. The mirth of its December, and the warmth of its July.” Praed’s home had a…