Why Is There a Headstone in the Dickens Museum?
Ever noticed the headstone propped in the Dickens Museum garden? I tell the true story behind that cenotaph for Robert Seymour, the original Pickwick Papers illustrator. Read about his life, tragic death, St Mary Magdalene Islington burial and how the headstone ended up at Doughty Street.
Rolly's Take
For the curious soul who finds beauty in the forgotten corners of history, this blog resonates deeply. It whispers of tragedy and legacy, inviting reflection on the lives intertwined with our literary giants — a reminder that every story, even those carved in stone, has layers waiting to be uncovered.