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S. A. Dunham

Samuel Astley Dunham was a 19th-century British historian known for his rigorous, research-driven contributions to Lardner's Cabinet Cyclopædia.

Lived
1796–1858
Nationality
British
Era
Victorian
Language
English
Notable works
Contributions to Lardner's Cabinet Cyclopædia

Samuel Astley Dunham (1796–1858) was a British historian and scholar active during the nineteenth century. He is best remembered as an author of historical works published in Lardner's Cabinet Cyclopædia, a prominent collaborative publishing venture of his era.

Dunham's writings earned distinction for their academic quality and depth. His contributions to the Cyclopædia were highly regarded for their reliance on original research and were characterized by a conscientious thoroughness that defined his literary career.