William Congreve
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About
English Restoration dramatist and poet who is best known for his 1700 work The Way of the World and other comedic plays.
Before Fame
He was born in England, but spent most of his childhood in Ireland.
Trivia
He was involved in politics as a member of the Whig party.
Family Life
He never married, but he fathered the child of Henrietta Godolphin, the Duchess of Marlborough.
Associated With
He was a good friend of author Jonathan Swift, whom he met at Trinity College, Dublin.
