Laetitia Pilkington
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Laetitia Pilkington was an Anglo-Irish poet. She is known for her Memoirs which document much of what is known about Jonathan Swift.
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James Worsdale
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James Worsdale was an Irish and English portrait painter, actor, literary fraud, and libertine whose lively conversation, wit, and boldness allowed him to move among the highest circles of literary li
Laetitia Pilkington
…schemes, neglected his clerical duties, and enjoyed the pleasures of the West End. Matthew attempted to lure Laetitia into adultery by introducing her to James Worsdale, a painter. Matthew organised a weekend visit to Windsor for his wife and Worsdale. Laetitia spent the carriage ride there fighting off Worsdale's…
Portrait of Yale University founder Elihu Yale