John Oxenham

John Oxenham was an English poet and novelist who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was born in 1852 in London, England, and was the son of a wealthy merchant. He was educated at Eton College and then went on to study at Oxford University.

Oxenham began writing poetry at an early age, and his first published work was a collection of poems called “The Poems of John Oxenham” in 1876. This collection was well-received and established him as a poet of note. He went on to publish several more collections of poetry, including “The Poems of John Oxenham, Second Series” in 1881 and “The Poems of John Oxenham, Third Series” in 1883.

Oxenham also wrote several novels, including “The Story of a Londoner” in 1887 and “The Story of a Country Gentleman” in 1889. These novels were popular and established him as a novelist of note. He also wrote several plays, including “The White Rose” in 1891 and “The Golden Fleece” in 1895.

Oxenham was a prolific writer and his works were widely read and appreciated. He was a popular figure in the literary world and was often invited to speak at literary events. He was also a popular lecturer and often gave lectures on literature and poetry.

Oxenham was a strong advocate of the Arts and Crafts movement and was a member of the Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society. He was also a member of the Royal Society of Literature and the Society of Authors.

Oxenham was a popular figure in the literary world and was highly respected by his peers. He was a prolific writer and his works were widely read and appreciated. He was a strong advocate of the Arts and Crafts movement and was a member of the Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society. He was also a member of the Royal Society of Literature and the Society of Authors.

Oxenham died in 1909 at the age of 57. He was buried in the churchyard of St. Mary's Church in London. His works are still widely read and appreciated today. He is remembered as one of the most important figures in the history of English literature.